THE·TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. As a trusted partner to the world’s most iconic teams, leagues, venues and governing bodies, our rights sales group leverages our unrivaled network and expertise in the industry to build compelling commercial propositions. We broker effective deals between rights-holders and brands, delivering mutual value for both parties.
Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team.
The Rights team represents global and national best-in-class rights holder clients to drive commercial revenue through strategy consultation and selling sponsorship assets, where the team acts as an extension of our retainer clients.
Job Overview
As a key member of the Rights team, this individual will be responsible for learning how to support the Rights team with all facets of global and regional sponsorship sales. This position will gain first-hand experience working within a global network of industry experts as well as gain exposure to some of the world’s most premier corporations and sport/entertainment organizations.
What You'll Do
- Work directly with team members to develop and implement sales strategy
- Compile a weekly Sponsorship & Brand Report sent to the entire sales team
- Conduct research for prospect brand briefs when requested by sales leads and accounts using research applications like ZoomInfo and Global Data Tool
- Create bios for sales leads before pitch calls, using LinkedIn and other research applications
- Collaborate with the UK team across research and other efforts
- Assist with property / rightsholder research for new business opportunities
- Participate in calls and meetings with global associates, clients, and/or prospective sponsors
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrate an understanding and a passion for industry verticals like media, sports, tech, social impact, lifestyle and entertainment
- Strategic and analytical mindset with strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote
- Experience in conducting research to support commercial/marketing proposals
- Basic knowledge of Salesforce (useful but not essential)
- Able to juggle multiple tasks with overlapping deadlines
- Passionate, curious, proactive, self-starter, and an interest in continued learning of the sport and entertainment industry
Internship Program Details
- Must be able to commit 40 hours per week
- Internship dates are January 11 - May 7, 2027
- Preference for applicants that can come into our New York City Office (One Liberty Plaza) based office 3 times per week
- This program is offered at a rate of $19/hour.
THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Skills Required
- Commitment to 40 hours per week
- Understanding of and passion for media, sports, technology, social impact, lifestyle, and entertainment industries
- Strategic and analytical mindset
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote
- Experience conducting research to support commercial or marketing proposals
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with overlapping deadlines
- Passion, curiosity, proactivity, self-direction, and interest in continued learning about sports and entertainment
- Basic Salesforce knowledge
- Ability to work from the New York City office three times per week
What We Do
THE·TEAM is a leading global sports, music, and entertainment company that provides representation and marketing services to talent, brands, and properties.
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