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Growth Strategy Specialist, Sports

TikTok

Los Angeles, CA

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Job Description

Posted On: August 31, 2020


TikTok is looking for a passionate Sports Growth Strategist to foster and accelerate our partnership efforts with sports-focused publishers and brands, working to drive adoption and deeper understanding of TikTok. Ideal candidates for this role will have an extensive understanding and interest in sports content as well as a proven background of working with relevant partners to find success and generate innovation.


This role requires close cross-functional collaboration with colleagues in Editorial, Marketing, Communications, Sales, and Operations in addition to various TikTok teams around the world.


Job Description:

  • Drive overarching strategy for sports vertical and integrate any larger team/company initiatives into workflow.
  • Strategically manage and optimize the presence of sports publishers and brands.
  • Interface regularly with other cross-functional teams to ensure consistency across teams and identify opportunities to collaborate.
  • Champion partner feedback to Operations and Product teams in an effort to continue optimizing internal and external tools.
  • Work hand-in-hand with Creator Partnerships & Community to generate cross-functional opportunities for partners and creators.
  • Assist the vertical lead with high-priority tentpole planning.


    Required Skills

  • BA/BS degree or higher
  • 5+ years experience media and/or digital industry, with a focus on digital initiatives and partnerships
  • Extensive experience working cross-functionally and with all levels of management
  • Deep passion for TikTok and mobile entertainment
  • Proven track record of driving change and innovation across organizations
  • Experience using data and analytics in the service of larger initiatives