Skip to content

General Information

Locations: Orlando, Florida, United States of America 
Role ID
209610
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
Marketing
Work Model
Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Marketing Partnerships Manager - American Football 

Location: Orlando

Hybrid (Tues-Thurs) In office

EA SPORTS is seeking a strategic, brand-minded marketing leader to help shape how the Madden NFL franchise shows up across football culture—through dynamic partnerships with NFL clubs and innovative go-to-market strategies.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for developing brand-forward campaigns and activations in collaboration with NFL club partners, working at the intersection of sports marketing, brand strategy, and cultural relevance. You'll lead the annual NFL club marketing plan and collaborate cross-functionally across EA’s Franchise Marketing, Publishing, and Studio teams to build programs that drive:

  • Brand storytelling and cultural resonance

  • Fan engagement and audience growth

  • Strategic alignment with key league and franchise moments

  • Commercial performance and platform innovation

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Brand Strategy with NFL Club Partners - Develop marketing strategies that unlock new audiences and build long-term brand value—by connecting Madden to real football moments, fans, and communities.

Deliver Integrated, Culture-Driven Activations - Lead ideation and execution of club-led marketing initiatives, campaigns, and content that align with key cultural moments and drive brand engagement.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally - Work closely with Franchise Marketing, Creative, Production, and Commercial teams to ensure brand consistency, insight-led decision-making, and best-in-class execution.

Support Operational Excellence - Oversee budgets, contracts, and timelines with precision—ensuring club marketing partnerships are optimized, efficient, and built to scale.

Deliverables

  • Annual Club Marketing Plan: Shape and lead the strategic roadmap for Madden NFL partner marketing activity that puts Madden at the epicenter of football culture. 

  • Creative + Content Oversight: Guide the development of partner-facing assets in collaboration with creative and production teams.

  • Real-Time Opportunities: Identify and activate breakthrough moments in partnership with NFL clubs and partners.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in marketing and/or partnerships, ideally in sports, entertainment, or gaming

  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional, matrixed teams to inform and execute strategy

  • Experience writing campaign and content briefs for internal/external teams

  • Familiarity with co-promotional contracts and partnership agreements

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills; comfortable managing ambiguity

  • Deep knowledge of football and cultural relevance of the NFL

  • Experience in gaming or related fields (sports, media, entertainment) is a strong plus



About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
LinkedInID
1449