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Media & Brand Partnership Manager

Media & Brand Partnership Manager

Guardian SportsPeachtree Corners, GA, US
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Job Description

Who we are.

At Guardian Sports, we manufacture sports equipment that is trusted by teams in the most elite football & lacrosse leagues across the country – the NFL, NCAA, & USA Lacrosse to name a few. We have a true passion for protecting athletes and use our 20+ years of material science expertise to continually develop technologies that can enhance sports equipment.

We are a fast-growing, innovation-driven company seeking a Media & Brand Partnerships Manager to take ownership of our media buying strategy and brand partnerships — elevating Guardian Sports to the next level of national visibility.

What you’ll do.

You will own our media and partnership strategy end-to-end : from identifying the right markets, to negotiating national partnerships, to managing spend and proving ROI.

You will report directly to Marketing & Sales leadership but operate as the go-to expert and decision-maker for all things related to media buying and partnerships.

  • Partner with Marketing & Sales leadership to identify target markets for sales growth and brand awareness.
  • Own the media buy & partnerships strategy — set objectives, allocate budget, and deliver measurable ROI.
  • Identify & evaluate opportunities to expand brand awareness through regional and national partnerships.
  • Negotiate & manage contracts — from first conversation to renewal.
  • Maintain strong partner relationships and ensure fulfillment of deliverables.
  • Collaborate with internal creative & marketing teams to bring campaigns to life on time and on brand.
  • Oversee budget tracking, reporting & ROI analysis on all partnerships and media spend.
  • Champion Guardian’s brand externally through award submissions, PR opportunities, and high-visibility partnerships.

Who you are.

  • Strategic & Independent — you’re confident making recommendations, setting direction, and taking ownership.
  • Proven Leader — 5+ years of experience in media buying, partnerships, or brand marketing with direct responsibility for budgets and ROI.
  • Strong Negotiator — experienced in managing contracts and maximizing value from partnerships.
  • Data-Driven Marketer — comfortable analyzing performance, reporting on ROI, and adjusting strategy accordingly.
  • Relationship Builder — able to manage complex external partnerships while collaborating effectively internally.
  • Sports Enthusiast — passionate about working in athletics and contributing to athlete safety.

    • Extra credit

  • PR and media outreach experience.
  • Graphic design experience.
  • Digital advertising experience.

    • Tools you’ll use

  • Project Management – Asana.
  • PR & Comms Outreach – Meltwater.
  • Social Media & Email – Sprout Social & Klaviyo.
  • Analytics & Budgeting – Excel, PowerPoint, and Datarails.

    • Why Guardian Sports?

  • Competitive salary & performance incentives.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Health, dental, vision & life insurance.
  • Paid time off & parental leave.
  • Chance to make an impact at a high-growth, innovative sports company.

    • Expectations

  • Schedule : M-F, 9 : 00-5 : 00 PM ET in office
  • Location : Peachtree Corners, GA (commute or relocate required)
  • Travel : Less than 10%
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