Global Partnerships Fellow

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way. As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement.    

As it expands its existing portfolio, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment now includes BK Mag, Brooklyn Wine Club, and a hospitality business developing several location-based entertainment properties.   

Whether on the court, on stage, or in the workplace, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care.   

We are guided by our core values: 

• Integrity: Be intellectually honest at all times. Demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards. 

• Care: Care for everything and everyone around us. Practice empathy, respect, and inclusion to promote an environment of excellence and success. 

• Growth Mindset: Develop ourselves and those around us. Experiment, learn, and improve from everything we do. 
  
  
• Accountability: Deliver on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and work in the interest of our team. 

SUMMARY 

Our Fellowship Program brings together recent graduates who have an interest in working in the sports and entertainment industry. Standout applicants will embody the spirit and values of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment: Accountability, Growth Mindset, Integrity, and Care. 

The program supports Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment's commitment to developing diverse leaders and making impactful strides in the world of sports and entertainment. 
 
PROGRAM OVERVIEW 

The Fellowship is a 12-month paid program for motivated and innovative recent college graduates. It is designed to build core skills, gain business insights, and get exposure to the many facets of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment.  
 
The Global Partnerships Fellow will provide support to three key functions: Partnership Marketing, Partnership Development, and Partnership Insights. During their Fellowship Program, they will work on supporting Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment partnership activation efforts, new business development through prospecting and hosting support, along with assisting the department with key data insights on partner and prospects that can help drive business objectives.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
 
Partnership Marketing -  

• Assist Partnership Marketing team with Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment partnership entitlements across various venue activations, digital promotions, and partner events. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to support the planning, coordination, and execution of partnership activations. 

• Assist in tracking, documenting, and reconciling partnership fulfillment elements, maintaining accurate records of partner obligations. 

• Contribute to partner hospitality and engagement efforts by supporting event hosting, relationship-building activities, and the overall partner experience throughout the season and at key events.

Partnership Development - 

• Support business development efforts by researching, identifying, and qualifying prospective partners that align with Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment’s strategic objectives and partnership portfolio. 

• Assist in the planning and execution of prospective partner hospitality experiences, including hosting efforts at games, events, and other key business development opportunities. 

• Maintain accurate partnership and sales pipeline records within Salesforce and other CRM platforms, ensuring timely tracking of prospect activity, communications, and reporting metrics. 
  
  
• Collaborate with the Partnerships Development team and cross-functional stakeholders to brainstorm and develop innovative partnership concepts, customized proposals, and compelling activation ideas for prospective and existing partners.

Partnership Insights - 

• Leverage industry-leading research and insights platforms to track, analyze, and report on partner performance metrics, helping inform strategic recommendations and demonstrate partnership value. 

• Utilize Salesforce and other CRM systems to maintain accurate data, support reporting initiatives, and assist with departmental tracking, planning, and operational needs. 

• Monitor and identify emerging industry trends, consumer behaviors, and marketplace opportunities to support existing partner strategies and uncover new business development opportunities.