SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR

The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) is looking for candidates to enhance its Development and Sponsorship Department. NSAI is the world’s largest not-for-profit songwriters trade association, and the work of the Development team aids in funding and advancing the work of NSAI to advocate, educate, elevate, and celebrate songwriters. NSAI is comprised of a small team of hard-working, passionate, multi-talented staff members who enjoy music, collaboration, delivering excellent service, and find value in supporting songwriters and the music industry.

The Sponsorship Coordinator reports to the Director of Development and will work in tandem with the Director to advance the organization continually and creatively through strategic partnerships. The Coordinator will also work as part of the Events team that executes Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival, the Nashville Songwriter Awards, an annual Song Contest and more. Core Coordinator duties include partnership and account management, contract fulfillment, preparation of pitch decks and sponsorship packages, special event planning and execution, among other tasks.

The Sponsorship Coordinator position is a full-time, hybrid role based in Nashville, Tennessee. This position offers the ability to work remotely approximately 60% of the time, as well as dedicated office space within the organization’s headquarters. Upon joining the team, the Coordinator should expect to work in-office through the initial training period before transitioning to partially remote work.

QUALIFICATIONS:Strong interpersonal and writing skills; effective communicator.Possess the skills necessary to “sell” the organization, its mission, and events across multiple avenues such as phone, e-mail, in-person, and online interactions.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks for maximum efficiency. Skilled at time management. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, communicate progress and deliver on time. Takes direction when given with the ability to self-manage projects from start to finish.Takes pride and ownership over assignments while able to maintain flexibility and adhere to existing systems as needed.Maintains a positive attitude, prioritizes professionalism, shows concern for people and community, works well in a team environment. Demonstrates presence, self-confidence, common sense, and good listening ability.Highly computer literate. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Canva. Design skills are a plus. Immaculate attention to detail.Working knowledge of social media management.Must not be actively pursuing professional songwriting goals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist Director of Development with overall management of NSAI partnerships.Solely manage contract fulfillment for all Corporate Partners year-round; Assist Director of Development with execution and fulfillment of event sponsorships as assigned.Maintain regular, thorough tracking of partner contract inclusions and execution of contracted elements. Collect marketing and promotional assets from clients; schedule and implement sponsor inclusions across NSAI website, NSAI event websites, newsletter, and social media platforms.Create sponsorship pitches, agreements, and invoices as assigned.Issue invoices to clients; track open invoices, communicate with partners to ensure prompt payment.Regularly review accounts and payments with Director; Collaborate to assess areas of need and opportunities.Work within brand guidelines for a variety of major partners to deliver seamless brand inclusions within NSAI marketing and events. Manage the sponsorship pages of the NSAI website with both the Director of Development and Director of Creative and Communications, keeping the sponsor listings up to date on a regular basis.Research and develop ideas for partnerships, promotions, and advertising avenues on an ongoing basis. Actively participate in events and administrative team meetings to understand upcoming project needs and deadlines.Participate in editing, proofreading, and publishing content provided from sponsors and other team members.

Trade Partnerships: Serve as the primary contact responsible for management, maintenance, and fulfillment of existing trade partnerships.Responsible for prospecting, outreach, and contracting of new trade partnerships across a variety of industries that benefit the association at-large.Responsible for management and maintenance of existing partnerships that offer NSAI member benefits and discounts; Recruit new partnerships that create value for NSAI members.

Interested candidates should send resume directly tolyndsie@nashvillesongwriters.com