Assistant Project Manager : Internship

Job purpose : As one of the world leading brand in the esport industry, Nicecactus is a global esport  organization focused on growing the game in the world. Nicecactus headquarter is located in Sophia  Antipolis, France. 

The Assistant Project Manager will support the Partnerships Team with the management of a growing  portfolio of brands associated with Nicecactus unique esport ecosystem. In addition to  partnerships, there will also be a focus on efforts to grow the Nicecactus brand in LATAM, Europe and  Middle East as well as develop and engage gamers in the market. The internship will provide  opportunities to take ownership of short-term projects and support in daily activities including  prospecting, campaign development, marketing initiatives, reporting and rights delivery.  

The areas of concentration include but are not limited to: prospecting, idea generation, sales deck  creation, asset packaging, inventory tracking, event planning and execution, digital marketing, youth  programs, gamers sponsorship fund and competitor and business development research.  

Key responsibilities : 

Support best-in-class management of Nicecactus, including : 

o Support of Operations & Sales teams in their prospecting efforts and platform development o Understanding the brand and business objectives of each Prospect 

o Proactive development of marketing concepts and ideas for Prospects which leverage Club assets 

o Helping articulate the Nicecactus story through visual and data-driven presentations o Preparing brand briefs and meeting materials 

o Conducting market research regarding sponsorship, marketing campaigns and industry trends 

o Assisting with departmental match-day activities, special events and hospitality programs o Perform general clerical and administrative duties 

o Additional duties as assigned 

Knowledge : 

• Sound knowledge of the global and European landscape 

• Familiarity with the elements of integrated marketing campaigns 

• Affinities with Gaming and Esports landscape 

Technical/ work-based skills : 

• Above average knowledge of Microsoft programs, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel • Ability to speak French, English and a third language preferred 

General skills and attributes : 

• Strong work ethic and team-oriented attitude 

• Flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced working environment 

• Self-sufficient and proactive Broad commercial acumen 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Well organized with consistent attention to detail 

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends 

• Ability to travel as required 

Qualifications : 

• Working towards or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field