Manager - Media Partnerships
What are we building.
Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social casino company in the world. We're building a team passionate about learning, operating, and creating innovative products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we always act authentically.
Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Hard Rock Digital taps into a brand known worldwide as a leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We're bringing that legacy into the digital space - ready to join us?
What's the position?
Hard Rock Digital is seeking a Manager, Media Partnerships to lead the day-to-day execution and operations of our growing media partnerships portfolio for Hard Rock Bet. This is a role that requires a strategic mindset but also hands-on work to drive execution and delivery. This role ensures that maximum value is extracted from media partnership investments and serves as the main point of contact and strategist for core cross-functional work.
The ideal candidate has good judgement, strong communication skills, and is a self-starter who can work independently. You will work closely with a Coordinator and report to the Director, Media Partnerships while collaborating cross-functionally with promotions, trading, user acquisition, creative and VIP teams.
What You’ll Do:
Manage onboarding and launch with new partners to specifications set by Director; own workback calendars, asset development & delivery, and proper execution
Determine and own process for updating scripts and other assets in collaboration with internal Creative team
Maintain communication with internal Promotions team and develop Partner-specific promotions and offers, including Partner-led picks and pre-built bets for customer engagement
Responsible for regular updates on Partner performance and presentation to Director and other leadership
Develop case studies and best practices to standardize Partner executions and create efficiencies, scale and improved performance
Ensure that all Responsible Gaming requirements are met and executed properly by partners; maintain regular communication with Compliance team
Requirements
What are we looking for?
5+ years at a media agency, brand or publisher, ideally with a strong background in digital media, growth marketing, YouTube and audio platforms
Demonstrated knowledge of the sports betting industry, including common promotions, marketing tactics, culture and business models
Passion for new media and talent-led content development
Strong communicator - comfortable working with external partners, internal teams, and talent/agency contacts
Experience with cross-functional collaboration across advertising, comms, analytics, CRM, content, legal & compliance, and more
Highly organized with excellent written communication and presentation skills
User-focused and brand obsessed
Entrepreneurial spirit and comfort in a fast-paced, evolving, ambiguous environment
What's in it for you?
We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation and benefits. Our team benefits include, but are not limited to:
Flexible vacation allowance
Remote: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, with opportunities for in-person collaboration at our Davie, FL headquarters at least twice a year, or a hybrid arrangement
Innovative Environment: Join a team that thrives on pushing boundaries
Growth Opportunities: As we scale, your role will evolve, providing you with unlimited opportunities for personal and professional growth
Diverse and Inclusive: Join a team that values diversity, inclusivity, and embraces varied perspectives
Backing of a globally recognized brand and enterprise-level resources
Roster of Uniques
We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where, regardless of background or beliefs, you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunity employer).