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TCM Career Opportunities

  • About TCM: 

    We’re a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that powers a healthier community through movement. Best known for producing the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and other premier running events, we’re expanding our portfolio of signature events and year-round programs that deepen engagement beyond race day. From TC Kids Run Free to the Motion Center and new digital storytelling initiatives, we create opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to move, connect, and thrive—together. 

    Movement drives a healthier community—and this role helps bring that impact to life. 

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    Senior Partnerships Sales Manager Overview: 

    This key position focuses on managing event partnerships, creating memorable experiences, and developing deep relationships, both internally and externally, to support our mission. This role combines strategic sales leadership with hands-on event management, driving revenue while creating meaningful experiences for both secured partners and participants. This role reports to the Development Director.  

     

    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

     

    Partnership Sales & Management 

    • Full cycle sales ownership for partnership sales. Identify, cultivate, and close corporate sponsors by networking and researching prospects 

    • Develop custom partnership proposals integrating event sponsorships, community programs, activations, digital visibility, and employee engagement 

    • Develop effective strategies to secure partnerships, achieve specific financial and in-kind goals 

    • Track all activity in CRM: lead source, stage, probability, forecast value 

    • Participate in bi-weekly pipeline reviews and quarterly goal setting with Development Director 

    • Create partnership proposals and respond to sponsorship requests; continuously improve materials 

    • Ensure smooth handoff to Partnership Coordinator for partnership activations and entitlements 

    • Exceed sponsor expectations in terms of service, benefits and overall value 

    • Manage Marathon Weekend photography partnership and other similar relationships 

    • Fully manage the Health & Fitness Expo sales process and customer service 

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    Events 

    • Lead strategy, planning, and execution of all TCM pre & post-race festivals, 27th Mile, expos, and other community program experience opportunities.   

    • Manage marquee events experiences including: 

    • Health & Fitness Expo (45,000 attendees) 

    • Develop and launch annual spring Gear-Up Expo 

    • Saturday & Sunday Beer Garden operations 

    • Sunday VIP Program & Event Experience (800 guests) 

    • Opening Ceremony Marathon Weekend Kick-Off event 

    • Oversee experience ideation, layout creation, crowd flow management, logistics, and partner/vendor activations 

    • Create, manage, and track event revenue and expense budgets 

    • Collaborate with Race Operations, Marketing, Registration, and Volunteer teams to optimize experiences 

    • Provide race-day hands-on support and on-site direction for volunteers, partners, and vendors 

    • Support TCM Events & Services committee, helping guide strategy, budgets, and planning 

    • Provide race day volunteer direction as it relates to post-race festivals and partnerships 

    • Other duties as assigned 

     

    Qualifications: 

    • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience 

    • Minimum 7+ years of sales experience in corporate partnerships, sponsorships, or related B2B sales; nonprofit fundraising or mission-based partnership development strongly preferred 

    • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding individual revenue targets with strength in building lasting client relationships and delivering financial results 

    • Highly motivated self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit; ability to take ownership, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced, continually changing environment 

    • Strong event management and operations experience across multiple events and timelines; experience with community-focused or mission-driven events a plus 

    • Strong collaboration skills with ability to manage laterally and develop working relationships with diverse stakeholders 

    • Creativity and innovation with passion for making events and programs compelling for participants and partners 

    • Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills 

    • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM/database management (Salesforce or similar) for pipeline tracking and revenue reporting 

    • Commitment to support all TCM’s calendar of events 

    • Serve as a knowledgeable TCM Ambassador at events, in the community, and through requested outreach 

    • Ability to regularly lift weights for events up to 25 lbs. and occasionally weights up to 40 lbs., travel around the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, and attend evening and weekend meetings and events 

     

    Reports to: Development Director 

     

    Status: Full-Time, exempt, hybrid work environment with mandatory in-office days/weeks 

      

    Salary Range: $73,000-$76,000 plus performance bonus 

     

    Benefits: Twin Cities In Motion offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b employer match, generous paid time-off, along with tailored annual professional development opportunities. 

      

    Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to [email protected].  The position is open until it is filled. 

  • At Twin Cities In Motion (TCM), we Move For More. 

     

    We’re a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that powers community through movement. Best known for producing the region’s premier running events, including the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon. 

     

    We’re strengthening our core with a reenergized, refreshed, and growing portfolio of signature community events that continue to define who we are and what we’re known for. Around these cornerstone experiences, we’re building a new ecosystem of year-round programs, platforms, and content that deepen engagement and extend our mission beyond race day. 

     

    From TC Kids Run Free and the Motion Center to new digital content initiatives and storytelling platforms, we’re creating ways for people of all ages and abilities to move, connect, and thrive—together. 

     

    At TCM, we believe movement can transform lives. When we Move For More, we move for health, for community, and for impact that lasts far beyond the finish line. 

     

    Position Summary 

     

    The Social Media & Digital Engagement Manager leads the development and execution of TCM’s socials, website, event app and ambassador program. Through these channels, TCM ensures people feel connected, inspired to act and supported on their journey to get in motion.   

     

    This role drives engagement, registration growth, and mission impact by managing TCM’s digital communication platforms—from strategy and planning to distribution and performance optimization. 

     

    The ideal candidate is a strategic, creative, hands-on content creator who balances storytelling, community connection and analytics. 

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    Key Responsibilities 

     

    Socials Strategy & Execution  

    • Develop and execute a comprehensive socials content strategy aligned with TCM’s brand, mission and business objectives 

    • Manage, execute and adapt the annual socials calendar to ensure alignment across campaigns, programs and event cycles based on data-driven analytics  

    • Define and track KPIs measuring content effectiveness, audience growth, and registration conversion. Use insights to refine strategies and recommend improvements 

    • Create a wide variety of creative social content that drives engagement, builds brand loyalty and connects community 

    • Provide quick and high-quality customer service via TCM’s socials 

    • Stay current on trends in digital storytelling, socials, AI, and nonprofit storytelling 

     

    Website Content & Event App Management  

    • Generate and manage high-quality, SEO/GEO-optimized website and app content  

    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date information on digital platforms 

    • Manage a year-round content schedule for website and app updates and content development  

    • Define and track KPIs measuring content effectiveness, engagement and audience funnels 

     

    Ambassador Program  

    • Foster and provide a collaborative environment for Ambassadors to promote and build TCM’s brand equity across their networks  

    • Oversee selecting Ambassadors annually, defining role requirements and determining KPIs for program success 

     

    General 

    • Manage and oversee TCM’s part-time Social Media & Marketing Intern, including role responsibilities, projects and workflow. Foster a collaborative learning environment 

    • Manage content-related budgets, vendors and contractors 

    • Plan and oversee all photographer and videographer related deliverables 

    • Work with other departments to execute partnership entitlements across owned platforms  

    • Work flexible, event-based hours (including evenings and weekends) as needed 

    • Ability to travel in and around the Minneapolis–St. Paul area for events and media opportunities 

     

    Qualifications 

    Required 

    • Bachelor’s degree in Digital Marketing, Social Media or related field 

    • 3+ years of experience in content marketing, digital media, website management and/or social media 

    • Proficiency in social media platforms and management tools, including tools like Canva, Hootsuite and Sprout Social  

    • Proficiency in WIX back-end website administrative interface and website management tools like Google Analytics 

    • Proven success developing and executing social media and website content strategies 

    • Strong writing, editing, and messaging skills 

    • Excellent organizational and project management skills 

    Preferred 

    • Experience in nonprofit, event, or lifestyle/fitness industries 

    • Familiarity with marketing automation, and UX principles 

    • Video and digital design skills 

     

    Reports to: Sr. Content Manager 

     

    Status: Full-Time, exempt, hybrid work environment with mandatory in-office days/weeks 

      

    Salary: $59,000 to $67,000 per year 

      

    Benefits: Twin Cities In Motion offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b employer match, yearly bonus plan, generous paid time-off, along with tailored annual professional development opportunities. 

      

    Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to [email protected].  The position is open until it is filled. 

Please reach out if you would like to know more about our mission, our programs, or anything else. We're happy to chat! 

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