Sponsorship Coordinator - Fair Administration

Required: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Agriculture, or related field preferred.

Preferred: Agriculture-related.

Required: Professional experience in selling sponsorships and/or advertisements for Fairs and/or Festivals.

with sales/marketing and communications experience is required, preferably in the event facility industry.

with social media platforms and digital marketing strategies.

Previous experience in sponsorship sales, marketing, or related fields

Preferred: A minimum of two years’ experience with knowledge of agriculture-related Fairs and/or Festivals preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required: Valid Driver’s License Preferred:

Physical Demands Typical: Ability to sit for long periods of time at a personal computer performing work-related functions, also required to frequently stand and walk for long periods of time, and lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Flexible with work hours and willing to work beyond regular hours and do what it takes to get the job done.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Typical: Must have the ability to multi-task in a stressful environment, have supervisory experience, have strong organizational skills, focus attention to details, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and work effectively in a team environment.

Must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and must be willing to work flexible hours as needed including some nights and weekends, especially prior to, during and immediately after the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo.

Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Background or knowledge in agriculture or related fields is preferred.

Knowledge of the local community and its businesses is a plus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment Typical: This position may require occasional evening and weekend work, particularly during the fair and rodeo events as well as throughout the year with occasional Brazos County Expo events.

The Sponsorship Coordinator should be prepared for travel within the Brazos Valley area for meetings, events, and sponsorship outreach.

Occasional Conferences and Conventions required.