Associate Director of Athlete Engagement (Part-Time) - Remote-First

About the Role

Axe Sports Group is a sports marketing agency specializing in NIL and brand partnership opportunities for college and professional athletes. We’re seeking an Associate Director of Athlete Engagement to serve as the primary relationship owner for athletes across our roster—someone they trust, rely on, and feel supported by from start to finish.

This is a remote-first, part-time position with occasional travel for events and in-person athlete engagements.

Responsibilities

• Own athlete relationships and serve as the go-to point of contact for roster athletes
• Onboard new athletes and clearly communicate campaign expectations, deliverables, and timelines
• Track and manage athlete deliverables across active brand partnerships and NIL campaigns (e.g., social posts, appearances, and content deadlines)
• Follow up to ensure content is submitted on time and meets brand compliance requirements
• Coordinate with internal team members and brand partners to keep campaigns moving and on track
• Proactively flag and escalate missed deadlines, communication gaps, or risks to campaign success
• Represent Axe Sports Group professionally, with energy, authenticity, and athlete-first support

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in athlete relations, talent management, sports marketing, brand partnerships, or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust quickly
• Excellent organization and the ability to manage multiple athletes and campaigns at once
• Experience working with or around college or professional athletes is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with NIL, brand deal structures, or influencer marketing is a plus
• Self-starter mindset with accountability and consistent follow-through
• Comfortable with occasional travel for events or in-person athlete engagements

What You Gain

• Hands-on exposure to the NIL industry at a growing sports marketing agency
• Meaningful involvement in athlete brand development and real campaign execution
• Flexible remote-first work with occasional in-person touchpoints
• Access to an expanding network of athletes, universities, and brand partners