Corporate Sponsorship Executive (Entry Level)

Corporate Sponsorship Executive

Full-Time | Entry-Level

Location: Hybrid

Launch Your Career in the Sports & Entertainment Industry

Breaking into the sports industry can be incredibly competitive, but the right opportunity can accelerate your career.

Cosmos Sports & Entertainment is seeking motivated, driven, and entrepreneurial individuals looking to launch a career in sponsorship sales and business development. This entry-level role is designed for recent graduates or young professionals eager to gain real-world experience selling partnerships, developing client relationships, and working alongside industry leaders across major sports and entertainment properties.

If you are passionate about sports, business, and sales and you thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment we want to hear from you.

About Cosmos Sports & Entertainment

Cosmos Sports & Entertainment is a full-service sales and marketing firm founded by Cary and Amelia Kaplan in 2003. Built on the philosophy of “Win the Business,” Cosmos has become one of North America’s leading firms specializing in sponsorship sales, ticket sales strategy, franchise advisory, and event marketing.

Over the past two decades, Cosmos has expanded beyond sports to include a diverse portfolio of clients across entertainment, festivals, and major live events. Our services evolve with the needs of the industry, from digital media and ticket sales to corporate partnerships and large-scale event execution.

Today, the Cosmos team is a collective of creative and driven professionals united by a passion for sports and entertainment. Integrity, work ethic, creativity, urgency, teamwork, and results orientation define the way we operate every day.

Position Overview

The Corporate Sponsorship Executive will support the sponsorship department in developing, selling, and servicing corporate partnerships for Cosmos clients. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in sponsorship sales, business development, and sports marketing while working directly with senior leadership.

Current clients include:

• U SPORTS
• Milton Magic FC
• Hockey Equality
• Various festivals and live events across North America

You will play an active role in identifying potential sponsors, building prospect pipelines, assisting with proposals, and participating in meetings with brand partners across multiple industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the sponsorship department in selling corporate partnerships for Cosmos clients
• Research and build prospect lists across industries such as automotive, financial services, restaurants, consumer brands, and sports betting
• Generate and manage prospect pipelines through outreach and relationship development
• Participate in virtual meetings and presentations with potential sponsors
• Assist in preparing sponsorship proposals, decks, and marketing materials
• Support sponsorship activation and event execution for clients
• Maintain internal CRM systems and prospect databases
• Conduct market research on sponsorship opportunities, trends, and competitive properties
• Assist with large-scale events and client projects as required
• Work closely with senior sponsorship leadership including:
• • Gavin Roth
  • Mitchell Dumouchelle

What You Bring

• Passion for sports, entertainment, and business development
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
• Experience in sales, sponsorship, marketing, or business development is considered an asset

Ideal Candidate

This position is ideal for:

• Recent graduates in Business, Marketing, Sport Management, Communications, or related fields
• Young professionals looking to break into the sports business industry
• Individuals interested in developing a career in corporate sponsorship, partnerships, or sports marketing

What You’ll Gain

• Direct exposure to the sports and entertainment business industry
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in sponsorship sales and marketing
• Hands-on experience working with major sports properties and events
• Opportunity to develop professional sales and relationship-building skills
• A pathway to long-term growth within the sports and entertainment industry

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.

Learn more about Cosmos Sports & Entertainment at:

https://www.cosmossports.com

Applications can be sent directly to:

James Vorvis

jvorvis@cosmossports.com