Junior Creative Strategist

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. As a trusted partner to the world’s most iconic teams, leagues, venues and governing bodies, Wasserman Rights Sales leverages our unrivaled network and expertise in the industry to build compelling commercial propositions. We broker effective deals between rights-holders and brands, delivering mutual value for both parties.

The Wasserman Rights team represents global and national best-in-class rights holder clients, driving commercial revenue through strategic consultation and sponsorship sales. Acting as an extension of our retainer clients, the team partners with leading sports, entertainment, and media organizations to bring compelling commercial stories to market.

This role offers hands-on exposure to sponsorship sales strategy while working alongside a global network of industry experts and premier brands.

Fixed-Term Role: February 2026 – May 2026

Job Overview

As a key member of the Rights team, the Junior Creative Strategist will support sponsorship sales efforts with a strong focus on creative storytelling and presentation development. This role is ideal for a candidate with a creative background who enjoys translating strategy and data into clear, visually compelling decks used in client pitches and internal sales efforts.

They will collaborate closely with sales leads, strategy partners, and global teammates to help bring ideas to life through thoughtful design and structured narratives.

What You'll Do

• Build and design sales and pitch decks that support sponsorship strategy, client storytelling, and new business opportunities

• Translate complex information, research, and strategy into clear, compelling stories and visually engaging presentations

• Partner with Rights team members to support the development of sales narratives and pitch materials

• Conduct research to support prospect brand briefs and pitch materials

• Create executive bios and background slides for sales leads ahead of pitch meetings

• Assist with rightsholder and property research for new business opportunities

• Collaborate with the UK team on research, deck development, and sales support projects

• Participate in calls and meetings with internal stakeholders, global colleagues, and prospective partners

What We're Looking For

• Creative background in design, marketing, communications, advertising, or related fields

• Strong interest in visual storytelling and presentation design, particularly for sales or marketing purposes

• Proficiency in Keynote, PowerPoint and Google Slides

• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (Adobe, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects is a plus)

• Ability to execute realistic mockups for pitch materials

• Strong attention to detail and an eye for layout, hierarchy, and clarity

• Ability to organize information and present it in a concise, compelling way

• Interest in sports, media, entertainment, technology, or brand marketing

• Comfortable managing multiple projects with overlapping deadlines

• Curious, proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn

Portfolio Submission

Applicants are encouraged to submit a portfolio or work samples, which may include:

• Presentation decks or selected slides

• School projects or case studies

• Design or creative work that demonstrates layout, storytelling, or visual thinking

This does not need to be client work. Student, personal or conceptual projects are welcome.

Role Details

• This is a fixed-term contract role running through May 29, 2026.

• Candidates must be able to commit 40 hours per week.

• There is potential for this role to convert into a full-time position depending on performance, team needs, and business availability.

• Preference for candidates who can work onsite in our New York City office (One Liberty Plaza) at least 3 days per week.

• Compensation for this fixed-term role is $19/hour.

Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Wasserman is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture.

We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large.

If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk!

Wasserman is a global leader in sports, music and entertainment. Founded in 2002, Wasserman represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.