Presque Isle Downs, Inc.
Seasonal Partnership Activation Coordinator
Presque Isle Downs, Inc., Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Title: Seasonal Partnership Activation Coordinator
Requisition ID#: 2783
Location: Louisville, KY, US, 40208
Property: Churchill Downs Racetrack
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875. Located in Louisville, CDRT features a series of themed race days during Derby Week, including the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing during three race meets in the Spring, September and Fall. CDRT is located on 175 acres and has a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, a stabling area, and provides seating for approximately 60,000 guests. The stable area has barns sufficient to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT also has a year-round simulcast wagering facility. www.ChurchillDowns.com.
JOB SUMMARY Seasonal Position, Partnership Activation
Dates of Employment:
Approximately January 26, 2026 until approximately June 12, 2026
Churchill Downs Racetrack seeks a passionate and highly motivated Partnership Activation Coordinator for a Seasonal role. This position is responsible for supporting the Partnership Development and Activation teams. Responsibilities include but are not limited to client relations, project management, inter-departmental communication and coordination, contract fulfillment, vendor relations, prospect research, assembling sales decks etc.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in execution of sponsor promotions and activation, primarily related to 2026 Kentucky Derby Week events
Work closely with the Sr. Manager of Partnership Activation to support all sponsorship activities such as:
Sponsor Activation
Cross Department Communication
Data Tracking
Post-event Proof of Performance
Work with partners to secure and confirm details of sponsorship activation, gathering graphics, print and website materials
Coordinate the implementation of deliverables with other departments
Build relationships with internal and external Churchill Downs constituents
Manage sponsors and vendors on-site with minimal supervision
Work as Partnership Development & Activation team member in assisting as additional requests arise, performing additional duties as assigned
Assist Development team in vetting potential sponsors including research of a brands current initiatives, spends and contacts
General review of data to help form actionable information for Development team to use in future pitches
Ability to work part-time office hours as well as nights and weekends through Kentucky Derby week, as necessary
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with an ability to handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
Strategic mindset with strong creative capabilities and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as demonstrated professionalism and diplomacy.
Ability to exercise sound business judgment generating effective solutions quickly and/or raising issues to management as necessary.
Team player spirit with an exceptional customer service attitude.
Efficient with Microsoft Office, specifically MS Excel
Experience with social media platforms.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree, or working to obtain BA, in business, sports administration, or marketing.
Previous experience in client services role within the sports and entertainment industry a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in this work environment is usually low to moderate.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Work With Us Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.
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Location: Louisville, KY, US, 40208
Property: Churchill Downs Racetrack
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875. Located in Louisville, CDRT features a series of themed race days during Derby Week, including the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing during three race meets in the Spring, September and Fall. CDRT is located on 175 acres and has a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, a stabling area, and provides seating for approximately 60,000 guests. The stable area has barns sufficient to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT also has a year-round simulcast wagering facility. www.ChurchillDowns.com.
JOB SUMMARY Seasonal Position, Partnership Activation
Dates of Employment:
Approximately January 26, 2026 until approximately June 12, 2026
Churchill Downs Racetrack seeks a passionate and highly motivated Partnership Activation Coordinator for a Seasonal role. This position is responsible for supporting the Partnership Development and Activation teams. Responsibilities include but are not limited to client relations, project management, inter-departmental communication and coordination, contract fulfillment, vendor relations, prospect research, assembling sales decks etc.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in execution of sponsor promotions and activation, primarily related to 2026 Kentucky Derby Week events
Work closely with the Sr. Manager of Partnership Activation to support all sponsorship activities such as:
Sponsor Activation
Cross Department Communication
Data Tracking
Post-event Proof of Performance
Work with partners to secure and confirm details of sponsorship activation, gathering graphics, print and website materials
Coordinate the implementation of deliverables with other departments
Build relationships with internal and external Churchill Downs constituents
Manage sponsors and vendors on-site with minimal supervision
Work as Partnership Development & Activation team member in assisting as additional requests arise, performing additional duties as assigned
Assist Development team in vetting potential sponsors including research of a brands current initiatives, spends and contacts
General review of data to help form actionable information for Development team to use in future pitches
Ability to work part-time office hours as well as nights and weekends through Kentucky Derby week, as necessary
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with an ability to handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
Strategic mindset with strong creative capabilities and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as demonstrated professionalism and diplomacy.
Ability to exercise sound business judgment generating effective solutions quickly and/or raising issues to management as necessary.
Team player spirit with an exceptional customer service attitude.
Efficient with Microsoft Office, specifically MS Excel
Experience with social media platforms.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree, or working to obtain BA, in business, sports administration, or marketing.
Previous experience in client services role within the sports and entertainment industry a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in this work environment is usually low to moderate.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Work With Us Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.
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