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Partnership Activation Manager
Job Summary:
The Partnership Activation Manager will be responsible for the development, oversite, and management of partnership components for various partners of the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW). The position embodies the activation team mission to develop meaningful and lasting relationships with our partners and entities while driving revenue through strategic and creative planning in a positive team environment. This role will review and ensure complete contract fulfillment and deliver high-level customer service to an assigned list of HOFV corporate partners. The hired candidate will help establish new processes and systems for proactive partner communication, inventory tracking, partnership deliverables, and client hospitality. The Partnership Activation Manager will work with the marketing, sponsorship sales, and activation teams, while reporting directly to the Senior Director of Partnership Activation.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Partnership Activation Manager will be responsible for all aspects of corporate sponsorship support, including:
Fulfill sponsorship/advertising packages:
· Work in conjunction with the Graphic Design Team for design of necessary print materials and further facilitate their production and installation
· Work in conjunction with signage partners relative to sign fabrication and installation
· Manage event tickets and other event hospitality items
· Execute promotional endeavors on the HOFV campus and throughout the community
· Execute contractual elements within scope of project and on time
· Prepare partnership action plans and end-of year recaps, etc., as needed
Engage in building strong client relationships and unparalleled customer service:
· Cultivate relationships with current and prospective sponsors and be the day-to-day contact with partner representatives
· Maintain a frequent cadence with partners, including in-person meetings, for consistent development and evaluation of KPIs that align with a structured plan to measure and execute contracted assets
· Entertain existing and new sponsors during various campus events
· Serve as a liaison between HOFV and various partner agencies
· Perform other related duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
The ideal candidate will have, at minimum, all of the following:
- A strong work ethic – must be a team player with a “get the job done” attitude
- Extremely organized with a high attention to detail
- An innovative, energetic, and self-motivated attitude
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Poise and ability to present him or herself well to others
- An entrepreneurial spirit
- Strong organizational and project management skills & the ability to conduct various tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
- Ability to work flexible hours, including but not limited to occasional evenings, weekends and holidays, dependent on partner engagement and campus events
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Desired Qualifications:
– Minimum of a Bachelors’ Degree required; preferably in marketing, sport marketing, communications, or business administration
– 3 to 5 years of work experience in sports marketing, sports-related activations, marketing, events, or other area of sponsorship client services
– Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook
– Must be available to work in Canton, OH
Benefits:
-Medical Insurance
-Life Insurance
-401k
-Dental & Vision
-STD/LTD
-Supplemental Insurance
Physical Requirements:
– Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
– The ability to work in various Ohio weather conditions, inside and outside.
– The ability to move safely over uneven terrain, steps, or in construction zones.
– The ability to see and respond to hazardous situations.
– The ability to sit, stand, squat, and walk for periods of time as required for the position.
– Must be able to hear, see, and speak.
– Must be available to work in Canton, Ohio.
About Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company
The Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power and popularity of professional football and its legendary players in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Headquartered in Canton, Ohio, the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company is the owner of the Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls, a multi-use sports, entertainment, and media destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s campus. Additional information on the Company can be found at www.HOFREco.com.
About Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls
Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls, a Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Destination, is a mixed-use sports, entertainment, and media destination located in a 200-acre tourism development district in Canton, Ohio. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Museum will serve as the heart of the Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls campus, surrounded by the varied components being built around it. In total, there will be ten additional components that will shape the landscape of George Halas Drive. This once-in-a-lifetime project and company builds upon the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s mission, values, and vision positioned as “The Most Inspiring Place on Earth!” for all those who will play the Game, played the Game, and love the Game.
Today, Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls includes two active components, the National Youth Football & Sports Complex and Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, and the infrastructure to support additional expansion plans. Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium is a 23,000 seat, best-in-class, sports and entertainment stadium which hosts the Hall of Fame Game (always the first nationally televised NFL game of the season), the Hall of Fame Enshrinement for NFL players, and the Concert for Legends (hosted previously by Tim McGraw, Maroon 5, and Imagine Dragons), as well as the football programs of Canton McKinley High School and Walsh University, the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic, and many more events year-round, quickly becoming an elite entertainment venue for the region. Additional information on the Company can be found at www.HOFVillage.com.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company
Hall of Fame Village League & Programming Director
Job Summary:
The Hall of Fame Village League & Programming Director is responsible for developing, selling, and leading successful league programs and operations at the Hall of Fame Village, a subsidiary of the publicly traded Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW). This position is responsible for managing at a high level of coordination and communication, adapting to the needs of the members as well as trends in the field to drive revenue from year-round league programming.
The objective of this position is to work in collaboration with the Operations Director of Recreational Sports and the Sports Coordinator to ensure the Hall of Fame Village owns and operates HOFV branded leagues of multiple sports. This position reports directly to the EVP of Global Sales.
The ideal person for the job will be a proactive sales-minded problem solver with exceptional communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
– Provide superior guest service to visitors, guests, clients, vendors, and staff.
– Creates league programming and HOFV tournaments while maximizing revenue.
– Ensure promotion of league programming growth, safety, member satisfaction, and member retention through program participation and facility excellence.
– Oversee operations of all league programming.
– Maintain ongoing communication with members and participants of HOFV leagues.
– Maintain high membership ratios through improved program participation.
– Conduct ongoing assessment and evaluation of programming performance and implement changes and/or enhancements as needed.
– Provide leadership and vision in the improvement and development of existing and new leagues and rec program development.
– Implement and direct department promotional and retention strategies for new and existing sports programs.
– Develop and maintain effective facility scheduling and equipment to best serve members.
– Establish policies, procedures, and guidelines for staff and league members to ensure quality member experience.
– Plan annual budget, managing and implementing appropriate action to correct variances.
– Assume the lead role in implementing and managing program sponsorship initiatives, ensuring financial viability.
– Responsible for ordering equipment and supplies, as needed, for leagues and ensuring the equipment is properly secured and maintained.
– Report unclean conditions, safety hazards, and malfunctioning equipment immediately.
– Supervise, train, and support staff by developing, planning, and implementing new systems and methods which promote program growth and member satisfaction/retention.
– Oversee marketing and communication efforts to maximize enrollment and program participation, in conjunction with the Marketing and Public Affairs Department.
– Produce operation reports as needed.
– Respond as needed to incidents, accidents, injuries, and altercations.
– Make recommendations for work orders, order requests, or purchase requests.
– Execute operational contracts, working directly with Events, Sales, Services teams, and external resources to ensure successful events across all facilities.
– Notify supervisor of any damages, deficits, and disturbances.
– Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices.
– All other duties as assigned.
SALARY/EXEMPT POSITION
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Desired Qualifications:
– Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
– Previous experience with recreational sporting leagues highly desired.
– Two or more years of related experience required.
– Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
– Must have basic computer (primarily Microsoft Outlook), math, and record-keeping skills.
– Proven ability to understand and follow safety procedures and protocols.
– Valid driver’s license in compliance with agency standards required.
– Must be a flexible and reliable team player, both within own department and entire organization.
– Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of performance, working quickly without compromising quality.
– Effective time-management skills as well as the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and coordinate multiple projects at once.
– Ability to work flexible schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed).
– Must have the ability to demonstrate uncompromised judgment and discretion regarding confidential matters while maintaining confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
– Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
– The ability to work in various Ohio weather conditions, inside and outside.
– The ability to move safely over uneven terrain, steps, or in construction zones.
– The ability to see and respond to hazardous situations.
– The ability to sit, stand, squat, and walk for periods of time as required for the position.
– Must be able to hear, see, and speak.
– Must be available to work in Canton, Ohio.
Core Competencies:
– Vision and Strategic Thinking: Addresses issues preemptively, thinks strategically, and anticipates needs and priorities.
– Entrepreneurship: Champions innovation and encourages new ideas. Builds momentum to get things done by communicating clearly and consistently. Acts decisively. Helps others to successfully manage organizational change. Recognizes successes and informed risk-taking.
– Integrity: Is ethical and honest in all dealings. Keeps confidences and is highly responsible in managing strictly confidential information. Treats others fairly and equitably. Delivers what is promised. Is respected by others.
– Accountability for Results: Sets goals and high standards to accomplish these goals. Follows through on all commitments. Has a sense of direction and keeps focused but knows when to be flexible and adapts accordingly. Maintains a positive attitude despite stress, frustration, and ambiguity; recovers quickly from disappointments and setbacks. Questions how things were done in order to develop ways to do things more efficiently. Encourages diverse thought and welcomes contributions.
– Relationship Management/Collaboration: Builds, maintains, and values positive relationships inside and outside the organization. Allocates effort to understanding and meeting needs of customers and targeted prospects, and community leaders. Assists others in accomplishing their goals. Communicates effectively and speaks and writes clearly. Listens and values contributions of others.
– Learning Agility: Learns technology, new systems, and processes to improve job proficiency. Inspires and encourages others to learn and grow in their careers.
– Coaching and Development: Encourages and inspires others’ development and growth while also working to improve themselves. Conveys high expectations both of themselves and for others. Regularly provides helpful guidance and advice and appreciates the opportunity to grow when receiving the same.
– Execution: Ability to take plans and successfully execute against them.
ABOUT HALL OF FAME RESORT & ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power and popularity of professional football and its legendary players in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Headquartered in Canton, Ohio, the Company has three business divisions. Hall of Fame Village Media creates engaging original content across a variety of mediums. Gold Summit Gaming centers around developing immersive eSports, fantasy sports, and sports betting experiences. Hall of Fame Village is a 100-acre multi-use sports, entertainment and media destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s campus. Additional information on the Company can be found at www.HOFREco.com.
ABOUT HALL OF FAME VILLAGE
Hall of Fame Village is a multi-use sports, entertainment and media destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s campus in Canton, Ohio. The Village features over 100 acres of immersive experiences to dine, shop, and be entertained and includes 8 different venues. Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium is a world-class 23,000 seat, sports and entertainment stadium with luxury suites, rooftop cabanas, and other premium spaces for private, corporate, and special events. ForeverLawn Sports Complex is home to a wide array of tournaments with its seven turfed multipurpose fields with tournament quality lighting and hospitality, ticketing, and coaching/classroom/medical building. Center for Performance is the largest inflatable domed facility in the country and provides year-round capacity for events of all kinds. Constellation Center for Excellence is a 75,000-square-foot mixed-use facility for sports-centric research and programming, office, and retail space. Fan Engagement Zone is an 82,000-square-foot sports and entertainment-themed retail promenade. Play Action Plaza comprises 3.5 acres of green space adjacent to the Fan Engagement Zone that includes amusement rides, an outdoor amphitheater, bar area with patio, space for food trucks, a walking path, and the largest man-made water feature in Ohio. Currently under construction are a 144,000 sq. ft. football-themed waterpark and a seven-story, 130,000 sq. ft Hilton Tapestry Hotel. Phase III is currently in planning stages. For more information, visit www.HOFVillage.com.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company
Human Resources Coordinator, Recruiting & Training
Job Summary:
The Human Resources Coordinator of Recruiting & Training is primarily responsible for a focus on recruiting, onboarding, and training to support the day-to-day human resources function at Hall Fame Village, a subsidiary of the publicly traded Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW).
The ideal candidate must be a self-driven individual who has a skill for recognizing talent. A positive energy is vital to welcoming new team members to the campus. This position will report to the Senior Vice President of Human Resources.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
– Provide superior guest service to visitors, guests, clients, vendors, and staff.
– Develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of recruiting efforts to build the growing workforce at Hall of Fame Village.
– Coordinate the internship program for Spring, Summer, and Fall with a focus on providing the best experience for those joining the team.
– Collaborate with hiring managers to identify and draft detailed hiring criteria.
– Post jobs and manage advertised postings.
– Screen applications, resumes, and selects qualified candidates.
– Schedule interviews, overseeing preparation of interview questions and other hiring selection materials.
– Collaborate with supervisor, hiring manager, and/or other necessary staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details maintaining agency consistency.
– Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations as well as company policies, procedures, and organizational processes to ensure compliance of working for a publicly traded company.
– Attend and participate in job fairs.
– Orient and assist in onboarding new hires and interns to ensure a positive assimilation to HOFV workforce.
– Communicate information about the company, parking, work schedule, dress code, appointments, etc. with new staff and prospective new hire candidates.
– Create a secure connection with new hires so they engage fully with their coworkers, their role, and the company.
– Maintain compliance of all required new hire paperwork, access badge, name tag, IT needs, first day itinerary, and more.
- Analyze training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs.
- Conduct ongoing training and development classes for all levels of staff.
- Assist to plan, develop, and provide training programs through different approaches such as classroom training, demonstrations, conferences, workshops, virtual, and recorded trainings to maximize engagement and learning.
- Ensure annual compliance trainings are conducted and track attendance or completion of trainings.
- Manage relationship with external vendors and consultants as needed for specialized trainings.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
– All other duties as assigned.
SALARY/EXEMPT POSITION
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Desired Qualifications:
– Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
– Minimum of 3 years’ human resources experience in one or more disciplines.
– Must be highly organized and have the ability to prioritize multiple ongoing projects.
– Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
– Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance, working quickly without compromising quality.
– Must have the ability to demonstrate uncompromised judgment and discretion regarding confidential matters while maintaining confidentiality.
– Must be a flexible and reliable team player, both within own department and our organization.
– Proven ability in Microsoft Office Suite.
Physical Requirements for Position:
– The ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly.
– The ability to work in various Ohio weather conditions, inside and outside.
– The ability to move safely over uneven terrain, steps, or in construction zones.
– The ability to see and respond to hazardous situations.
– The ability to sit, stand, squat, and walk for periods of time as required for the position.
– Must be available to work in Canton, Ohio.
SALARY/EXEMPT POSITION
Benefits:
– Flexible schedules
– Paid leave
– Medical Insurance
– Dental & Vision
– Life Insurance
– STD/LTD
– 401K
– Supplemental Insurance
Core Competencies:
– Vision and Strategic Thinking: Addresses issues preemptively, thinks strategically, and anticipates needs and priorities.
– Entrepreneurship: Champions innovation and encourages new ideas. Builds momentum to get things done by communicating clearly and consistently. Acts decisively. Helps others to successfully manage organizational change. Recognizes successes and informed risk-taking.
– Integrity: Is ethical and honest in all dealings. Keeps confidences and is highly responsible in managing strictly confidential information. Treats others fairly and equitably. Delivers what is promised. Is respected by others.
– Accountability for Results: Sets goals and high standards to accomplish these goals. Follows through on all commitments. Has a sense of direction and keeps focused but knows when to be flexible and adapts accordingly. Maintains a positive attitude despite stress, frustration, and ambiguity; recovers quickly from disappointments and setbacks. Questions how things were done in order to develop ways to do things more efficiently. Encourages diverse thought and welcomes contributions.
– Relationship Management/Collaboration: Builds, maintains, and values positive relationships inside and outside the organization. Allocates effort to understanding and meeting needs of customers and targeted prospects, and community leaders. Assists others in accomplishing their goals. Communicates effectively and speaks and writes clearly. Listens and values contributions of others.
– Learning Agility: Learns technology, new systems, and processes to improve job proficiency. Inspires and encourages others to learn and grow in their careers.
– Coaching and Development: Encourages and inspires others’ development and growth while also working to improve themselves. Conveys high expectations both of themselves and for others. Regularly provides helpful guidance and advice and appreciates the opportunity to grow when receiving the same.
– Execution: Ability to take plans and successfully execute against them.
ABOUT HALL OF FAME RESORT & ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY
The Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power and popularity of professional football and its legendary players in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Headquartered in Canton, Ohio, the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company is the owner of the Hall of Fame Village, a multi-use sports, entertainment, and media destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s campus. Additional information on the Company can be found at www.HOFREco.com.
ABOUT HALL OF FAME VILLAGE
Hall of Fame Village, a Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Destination, is a mixed-use sports, entertainment, and media destination located in a 200-acre tourism development district in Canton, Ohio. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Museum will serve as the heart of the Hall of Fame Village campus, surrounded by the varied components being built around it. In total, there will be ten additional components that will shape the landscape of George Halas Drive. This once-in-a-lifetime project and company builds upon the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s mission, values, and vision positioned as “The Most Inspiring Place on Earth!” for all those who will play the Game, played the Game, and love the Game.
Today, Hall of Fame Village includes two active components, the National Youth Football & Sports Complex and Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, and the infrastructure to support additional expansion plans. Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium is a 23,000 seat, best-in-class, sports and entertainment stadium which hosts the Hall of Fame Game (always the first nationally televised NFL game of the season), the Hall of Fame Enshrinement for NFL players, and the Concert for Legends (hosted previously by Tim McGraw, Maroon 5, and Imagine Dragons), as well as the football programs of Canton McKinley High School and Walsh University, the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic, and many more events year-round, quickly becoming an elite entertainment venue for the region. Additional information on the Company can be found at www.HOFVillage.com.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.
Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company