Sponsorship & Vendor Coordinator (Thermal, CA)
Reporting directly to the Sponsorship & Vendor Manager, the Sponsorship Coordinator is an on-site position supporting the Desert Horse Park team with all aspects of sponsorships and vendors, from drafting agreements to activations and postseason sponsorship reports.
The Sponsorship Coordinator position requires an individual with strong organization, communication, and coordination skills. The incumbent will be a proven team player who is both professional and personable, interacting with people of varying ages and backgrounds. The Sponsorship Coordinator will work on DIHP events including, but not limited to: National Sunshine Series (October/November), USHJA National Championships (Las Vegas - November), Desert Dressage (November and December), Desert Holiday (December), Desert Circuit & Desert Spring Break (January - March).
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain databases related to sponsors and vendors, including up to date contact information, accounts payable, deliverables, etc.
- Assist in drafting and organizing sponsor and vendor agreements
- Solicit, manage and organize sponsor and vendor media assets (logos, print ads, videos/commercials, etc.)
- Work closely with the Marketing & Communications team to develop and implement a sponsorship deliverables calendar including social/digital media, email blasts, etc.
- Work closely with the Events teams on sponsor and vendor activations and/or special events
- Coordinate vendor move-in/move-out logistics
- Provide onsite support for vendor move in/move logistics related
- Manage procurement and distribution of sponsor provided gifts/awards
- Communicate special event and award presentation/photography schedules to sponsors
- Oversee sponsor event signage ordering and installation
- Oversee sponsored spaces around the Park to ensure are clean, branded correctly, and professionally presented
Education & Experience:
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including media, events, facilities, hospitality, and leadership
- Experience in and/or knowledge of the equestrian industry is required
- Previous horse show management, sponsorship coordination, and/or partnership management experience preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Dropbox
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work a non-traditional work week, including evenings and weekends, throughout the competition season
- Prolonged periods working on a computer/seated at a desk
- Ability to safely lift and move a minimum of 25 pounds, as needed
Benefits:
- Travel reimbursement, plus housing provided during competition season
- Meal vouchers for use during active competition days
- Health & dental insurance
- Complimentary onsite gym access
- Discounted competition fees
- Ability to work remotely during the off season
About Desert International Horse Park:
Desert International Horse Park (DIHP) is one of North America’s premier equestrian competition venues, hosting top-level hunter, jumper, and equitation events throughout the year. With a commitment to excellence in sport, hospitality, and community, DIHP offers a world-class experience for athletes, sponsors, and spectators alike. DIHP operates from the end of October through mid-March and features both FEI and nationally rated hunter/jumper and dressage competitions. In the major fall and winter circuits, the desert becomes home for more than 2,000 horses each week. DIHP is proud to cater to professionals and junior/amateur riders alike, offering CSI5* show jumping with Major League Show Jumping and leading the industry in offering lower-level highlight classes like the DIHP Adult Equitation Challenge and 2’6-2’9” Child/Adult Hunter Derby.
Position Title: Sponsorship & Vendor Coordinator
Hiring Organization: Desert International Horse Park
Location of Job (City and State): Thermal, CA
Hiring Contact’s Name, Phone, and Email Address: https://deserthorsepark.com/work-with-us/
Mailing Address and/or Email Address where applications should be submitted: https://deserthorsepark.com/work-with-us/
