Sports Marketing/Operation Intern - AAU

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OVERVIEW

The AAU offers internships at its National Headquarters in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.  AAU internships provide on-the-job learning experiences for college students, the ability to gain experience in their chosen field of study, opportunities to network and much more.  
 
Internship Positions:
 
Spring-Summer (Mid-January – Mid - August)

• Up to 3 Graduate Internships Available. Preference is given to students that have completed a bachelor’s degree.

• The exact start and end date is flexible.

• Positions include Basketball Operations, Volleyball Operations, Social Media/Video Production.

Summer (Mid-May – Mid-August)

• Up to 8 positions available.  The exact start and end date is flexible.

• Event Operations – Emphasis on events hosted at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex including basketball, volleyball, track & field, baseball, and wrestling

• Social Media, PR and Marketing Operations

• Video Production

Intern Qualifications:

• Have completed at least two years of college before the start of the internship.

• Be in good academic standing and enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or graduate degree program - Sports Management/Administration, Business, Recreation, Physical Education, Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Photography, Videography or similar field. 

• Have great oral and written communication skills.

• Be authorized to work in the US.

• Be able to work full-time.

• Have own mode of transportation.

• Must purchase an AAU membership ($16) and pass the AAU background screen.

The Application Process – What to Expect:
AAU encourages qualified candidates to apply for open positions.  Your resume will be reviewed and considered for the open position for which you have applied.  In the event that your qualifications and experience match with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted by an AAU representative.

Winter-Summer Internship – Application Deadline: November 1
Summer Internships – Application Deadline: March 1
 
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and references if pdf format to:  SUBMIT APPLICATION.

For more information, please contact Chris Fox at cfox@aausports.org. 

Marketing Director, Tennis

FULL TIME

Overview

The IMG Media & Events Tennis and Consumer Marketing teams are seeking a Senior Director, Brand & Consumer Marketing to lead the development and execution of global marketing initiatives that will establish the tennis properties as the leading branded experiences platforms in the industry. We are seeking an insights-driven, analytical, creative and passionate leader to drive the growth of key business priorities including brand awareness, consumer acquisition & retention and consumer revenue.

The IMG Media and Events –  Tennis division is responsible for event ideation, production and promotion of a growing portfolio of owned and operated tennis properties including Rio Open, Champions Tennis at Royal Albert Hall, Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic, BNP Paribas Open (Indian Wells), Miami Open and more. Our full range of services and capabilities also includes strategy and product development, talent procurement, marketing, ticket management and creative services for the portfolio.

IMG Media and Events, a business unit of Endeavor, includes 700+ live experiences across Arts & Entertainment, Culinary, Action Sports, eSports and Music. We are responsible for producing some of the world’s most iconic cultural moments and act as a partner to key global festivals, helping many expand from regional events to household names around the world.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of long-term brand architectures/positionings for each property in the Tennis portfolio that will be the foundation of well-defined brand and product propositions

• Lead the identification of business and consumers insights to establish key learnings that will inform the development of on-going marketing strategies and future innovation opportunities.

• Lead the development of strategic, integrated marketing campaigns across key marketing channels – paid media, earned media, content, social, lifecycle, partnerships and experiential

• Provide direction to teams across the broader organization including digital & growth marketing, analytics, creative, and PR/communications to ensure strategic alignment of all marketing plans for the Tennis portfolio

• Own the planning, forecasting and tracking of consumer-based revenue streams (ticketing, merchandising, etc.).

• Manage the marketing investment for the Tennis portfolio to deliver plans that are ROI positive and support the organization’s revenue and profit goals.

• Lead the development of the brand and consumer marketing team that will help shape the future of the Tennis portfolio

Qualifications

• 12+ years of world class, results focused, brand and consumer marketing experience with a track record of delivering strong performance against brand and business objectives

• BA/BS from top undergraduate university with degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field; MBA or commensurate preferred (not required)

• A marketing visionary with deep experience in leveraging both traditional and innovative marketing tactics

• Strong analytical and strategy development skills supported by solid ability to execute high quality marketing campaigns for global brands or properties

• Solid understanding of key digital marketing channels (acquisition and retention)

• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)

• Superior leadership skills; demonstrated ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports, peers and senior management

• A passion for tennis or sports preferred

• 6+ years of team management experience. Demonstrated expertise in building, developing, and coaching a team of marketing professionals.

• Energetic, Flexible, Collaborative

IMG is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Sr. Creative Designer

FULL TIME

Overview

The University of Miami is among the top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation, and one of the largest private employers in South Florida.

With more than 16,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence and is driven by a powerful purpose to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value.  Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.

The University has been named on Forbes's Best Employers list for two consecutive years, and is the only university in Florida to receive this honor.

Miami Hurricanes Football is seeking a talented, innovative and versatile designer to create visual content for one of the most iconic brands in collegiate athletics. The Sr. Creative Designer supports the recruiting, visual, print and digital initiatives of the program through the design and layout of various creative elements, including but not limited to recruiting graphics, brochures, traditional and digital ads, social media graphics, website graphics, camp materials and official and unofficial visit materials.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Concept, design and produce traditional, digital and video graphic materials for football program.

• Collaborate with communications and digital departments to ensure synergy between all parties.

• Assist digital and communication departments with editing, developing, creating and implementing social media campaigns throughout the year

• Coordinate, design, implement and execute photo shoots for prospective student-athletes

• Help manage the football program’s creative assets.

• Help facilitate the project management for design and animation through work orders

• Work with outside graphic and print vendors when necessary.

• Recruit, train and oversee group of creative/ graphic design interns

• Help develop, implement and manage the football program’s digital brand, ensuring all digital elements have a consistent look and feel, from visual imagery to content tone and cadence.

• Ensure that visual content is delivered to clients at sufficiently high speed and quality.

• Working knowledge of and adherence to all University, ACC and NCAA rules and regulations

• Follow established departmental policies and procedures for procurement of goods and services.

• Ability to work events, nights, weekends and holidays.

• Other duties as assigned by the director of player personnel and/or head football coach.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work under time constraints and meet assigned deadlines.

• Proficient in the creation of both online and print design.

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite products, particularly Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and After Effects

• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Requirements (Non-essential Requirements):

• Intermediate understanding of photography.

• Expert level knowledge of all social media platforms.

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Three-plus years of increasing graphic design experience

• Portfolio that represents a diverse variety of projects and skill sets

• Experience with content management systems.

Visual Content Producer

FULL TIME

Overview

Create and produce static, video and motion graphics for in-venue video boards and displays using established Georgia Tech branding guidelines across multiple mediums. Responsible for in-venue content across Georgia Tech Athletics venues. Oversee the digital video production process, including creative strategy, storyboarding, capturing and editing for in-venue features.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop graphics, video and motion graphics content for use in-venue and on digital display boards to drive fan engagement in all GT facilities.

• Assist the Ideation unit with graphics, video and motion graphics content for use on social media, websites and other platforms.

• Collect, organize and execute creative content from multiple departments and manage varying projects simultaneously.

• Develop and maintain a productive relationships with key internal and external constituents.

• Partner with partnered vendors regarding advertising and fulfillment obligations for digital in-venue purposes.

• Adhere and cooperate with the Athletics Compliance Office regarding NCAA rules and policies, including reporting requirements and make a determined effort to ensure that staff and teams are in compliance.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree marketing, communications, design or equivalent combination of experience and education

• Work Experience: Two to three years job related experience

• Certifications: N/A

• Skills: Expert knowledge of major design applications including Adobe Creative Suite, including Affect Effects, Photoshop and Premiere. Demonstrated understanding of various social media platforms, and how to utilize each to effectively grow and engage followers. Skilled with managing multiple projects simultaneously and meet required deadlines. Hands on experience in motion graphic design.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Education: N/A

• Preferred Work Experience: N/A

• Preferred Certifications: N/A

• Preferred Skills: Experience working as part of a creative team on comprehensive marketing campaigns. Possess creativity and a strong foundation in video editing and production. Be adaptable, collaborative, communication, continuous learning, cultural competence, decision making and problem-solving, influence, innovation, integrity, managing work, negotiation, self-development, customer service, strategic focus, technical/professional knowledge, and skills.

Additional Information: This position would be expected to work outside of typical business hours as need. This would include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Impact & Influence: This position will interact on a consistent basis with: Georgia Tech Athletics marketing, branding, and production leaders and other staff. This position typically will advise and counsel: interns, graduate assistants, and student assistants. This position will supervise: N/A

Manager, Business Development & Media Strategy

FULL TIME

Overview

The Manager oversees day-to-day project management across his/her deal teams with the goal of driving short-term results and supporting the broader media rights strategy. Responsibilities include leading regular external communication with partners (e.g., weekly calls) as well as efficiently managing internal stakeholders / processes (seeking internal feedback, escalating issues, proposing recommendations, etc.)

Roles & Responsibilities

• Identify, negotiate and manage partnership opportunities with media and technology companies to generate revenue and increase fan base and meet strategic objectives.

• Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Sales, Sponsorship, Content, Ops, etc.) on relevant deal points

• Take initiative on drafting materials tied to strategic approach for rights, committee materials, partner performance updates, etc.

• Proactively provide own perspective on project materials rather than just input / process direction from senior team members; show foresight to escalate issues as needed along with recommended solution

• Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of each project including analysis, external considerations, impact and opportunities

• Conduct market research and financial analysis to support strategic direction

• Maintain budgets and P&L accountability for area of responsibility

• Reading, interpret and negotiate commercial contracts

• Provide partner/client support

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of media landscape; stay abreast of recent news and relevant opportunities

• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate details to senior management

• Attention to detail, especially when multi-tasking across various projects in a fast pace environment; expected to execute tasks with minimal error and with high level of efficiency

• Strong, confident personal style that can persuade and motivate others to accomplish corporate goals while holding team members accountable to a high standard of performance

Required Education and Experience:

• 4-year degree

• 2 years of experience, ideally in media or financial services

Fall Intern, Athlete Marketing

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Job Details

Description

This position will be working in the Athlete Marketing division of the Athlete Management department at Wasserman in the Los Angeles Office. This group actively prospects paid opportunities/partnerships for athletes that Wasserman represents. This intern will help create target lists, research specific markets and/or brands, assist in setting up meetings/calls with decision makers by making cold calls and other tasks pertaining to the Athlete Marketing process. Interns will report to the Vice President of Talent Marketing, Team Sports.

Please note: This is an unpaid internship. Candidates must be eligible to receive college credit as compensation for this internship. Candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will need to submit proof of eligibility to receive academic credit for their time interning with Wasserman, and will be disqualified if they are unable to do so.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be organized, self-motivated, passionate and enthusiastic.

• Applicants must possess a professional attitude while demonstrating initiative and strong
  communication skills.

• Applicants should have an interest in sports business and sales/marketing as well as
  be eager to learn about and contribute to the marketing and endorsement efforts of
  professional athletes by cold calling and other communication skills.

• Applicants with sales, marketing, business development and cold calls experience are strongly
  preferred.

Preferred Experience:
We encourage students applying to have experience in sales and marketing, business development,
cold calling and the ability to research marketing and business trends within the sports industry.

Educational Benefit to Student:
Interns will attain a rewarding learning experience by working for one of the most respected
sports & entertainment companies. They will learn business operations and important aspects
of the Athlete sales and marketing process including prospecting, outreach, following through
on deals and digital marketing strategies. Interns will also make invaluable connections with
sports industry leaders.

Public Relations/Digital Marketing Internship

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Daytona International Speedway is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Relations/Digital Marketing Intern for Spring 2020.

This position will report jointly to the Director of Public Relations and the Director of Digital Strategy and will perform duties assigned by the Marketing and Communications team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with public relations and digital marketing efforts

• Assist with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube management/updates

• Assist with website and mobile app content management/updates

• Assist with mobile app strategy and execution, including beacon and push messaging

• Assist with coordinating and executing onsite social media fan engagement efforts

• Attend pre/post event planning meetings

• Assist with writing of press releases

• Assist with coordinating logistics for advance media events

• Assist with pre-race media center preparations

• Assist with pre-race press conferences

• Assist with developing talking points for radio, print and television interviews

• Assist with the ISC Archives and Research Center

Events to include:

• The Roar Before The Rolex 24 (January 3-5, 2020)

• BMW Endurance Challenge (January 24, 2020)

• Rolex 24 At DAYTONA (January 25-26, 2020)

• DAYTONA Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth - (February 8-16, 2020)

  • Lucas Oil 200 Driven By General Tire (February 8, 2020)

  • The Clash At DAYTONA (February 9, 2020)

  • DAYTONA 500 Qualifying Presented By Kroger (February 9, 2020)

  • Duel at DAYTONA (February 13, 2020)

  • NextEra Energy Resource 250 (February 14, 2020)

  • NASCAR Racing Experience 300 (February 15, 2020)

  • DAYTONA 500 (February 16, 2020)

• Bike Week at Daytona - (March 7-14, 2020)

  • DAYTONA Supercross (March 7, 2020)

  • DAYTONA 200 (March 14, 2020)

Spring interns are to start January 2, 2019 and run until March 20, 2020.

Housing not provided. Intern will be paid minimum wage.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or Sports Management

• Organization and communication skills

• Writing experience with press releases and web site copy

• A team player who is committed to the success of the event

• Knowledge of computer skills (Microsoft Office, Adobe, Photoshop etc.)

• Knowledge of social media marketing and related applications (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube)

• Website coding language (HTML, CSS, etc.) knowledge preferred but not required

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays during internship

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Social Media Manager USSSA

FULL TIME

Description of the Position:

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Social Media Manager Responsibilities

Reporting to the National Director of Marketing, this role is for a true storyteller—one who lives and breathes social media. You must be eager to use your communication skills and social media acumen to help achieve real business goals. A good collaborator with forward-thinking ideas about social media engagement, along with great writing and visual chops, is the best kind of candidate.

• Develop original, strategically-sound social media content by thinking creatively about opportunities to capitalize on events, announcements, and press coverage with a social-first mentality; should be comfortable capturing videos, photos, and soundbites from live events

• Draft social media content, as well as talking points for videos, on behalf of leaders

• Build and execute social media strategy through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, and audience identification.

• Create and generate captivating content, edit, publish and post/share daily (original text, images and video) that builds meaningful connections and encourages community members to take action.

• Optimize the company's social media within each platform to increase visibility of company’s social content. Engage with social media audiences.

• Use both organic and paid social media advertising methods.

• Help establish key metrics for success in community engagement. Capture and analyze the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and act on the information.

• Collaborate with other departments (graphic designers, content writers, Advance Media Group, product development, and sales/marketing) to manage reputation, identify key players and coordinate actions.

• Outreach to websites, influencers, and advertisers to create business relationships.

• Ensure social media content adheres to USSSA brand standards, and are integrated into the company’s sales, marketing and communication strategies.

• Assess and report on the performance of social media efforts using analytic and tracking tools; suggest and implement strategies to improve performance.

• Stay current on emerging trends in social media platforms, measurement and user habits to ensure our brands are properly positioned to capitalize on communication and engagement channels.

• Act as the voice of the brand across social media communities which include but are not limited to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter.

• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Clear communication skills with the ability to adapt style to audience

• Influential and confident presenter

• Ability to work individually and with cross functional teams

• Experience and familiarity with emerging media and digital technologies

• Enthusiastic team player, with a flexible approach to role and ways of working

• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and be very flexible in a fast paced, changing environment

POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO WORK A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE THAT COULD INCLUDE EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Assistant Academy Administrator Intern

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Internship Summary:

Interns will have the opportunity to learn about the history, culture and vision of Orlando City SC, understanding the importance of how a professional sports organization works (which could include sales, marketing, public relations, operations, or the internal working of the Club), to further develop general critical thinking, problem solving, time management, communication, and writing skills.

Position Summary: Orlando City SC is seeking hardworking, positive and passionate individuals who wish to supplement their classroom instruction with practical experience facilitating in Sports/Academy Administration in support of professional soccer teams. The Assistant Academy Administrator will work closely with members of the Development Academy staff and players.

APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO RECEIVE ACADEMIC CREDIT FOR THIS INTERNSHIP.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the academy administrator in support of the team operations, ie. Supplies for facility, team lunches, assisting with expense reports, and filing.

• Learn what requirements and protocols are needed for games for the academy.

• Learn the logistics of the team travels – visa requirements, how to create a team itinerary, travel/hotel communications and coordination, an onboarding.

• Collaborate with Academy administrator to provide new ideas on how to problem solve and streamline processes.

• In addition to daily assignments, each student will have the opportunity to learn and be involved with assignments in accounting, scheduling, developing and writing operations manuals and data analysis.

• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Applicants should be working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in business administration, sports management, or communication with an interest in working in sports.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish/Portuguese a plus.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Maintain the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality within a pro-team environment is required.

• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and have a strong sense of accountability.

• Possess a positive, outgoing, engaging and professional personality.

• Strong understanding and passion for the sport of soccer are preferred.

• Availability during non-traditional office hours in non-traditional settings, including holidays, nights and weekends.

Brand Manager

FULL TIME

Overview

The WNBA is looking for a Brand Manager to help implement the league’s new brand strategy and build its next generation of fans. Reporting to the Head of Marketing, this person role will work closely with the agency, creative and content teams to oversee the implementation of the league’s new brand identity and content strategy across platforms and channels. This role will involve projects big and small – from integrated marketing, social innovation, marketing events, internal culture building, brand partnerships, and ideas not yet developed. We want someone tapped into pop culture, with great creative instincts, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and an ability tackle multiple projects and roles at once.

Major Responsibility:

• Coordinate asset production and delivery for creative, content and event deliverables. Consolidate and share all feedback, manage timelines and budgets, and track results.

• Serve as point person for internal and external teams relating to ongoing marketing and product development activities. Provide updates and share information with internal and external partners as needed around ongoing projects.

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal groups (Creative, Digital/Social, Production, PR) and teams to ensure clear communication and effective workflow

• Help track, code and oversee marketing budget expenses

• Be well-versed in social media, content production and distribution, understanding the latest trends and knowing what content is best suited for different platforms

• Interest in seeking out and sharing new, experimental projects and ideas to further the brand objectives

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in brand or project management, ideally at an agency

• Knowledge of pop culture and basketball

• Knowledge of WNBA is not required but the ability to get up-to-speed extremely quickly is

• A strong, modern creative eye to identify and bring new ideas to the table

• Experience in social media platforms, with fluency in current media trends

• Excellent writing, editing, time-management and organizational skills

• Ability to work across multi-functional groups and to manage multiple projects

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

• Curiosity, quirkiness, confidence, and a sense of humor. It’s sports!

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Digital Media Coordinator

FULL TIME

Overview

The Digital Media Coordinator is responsible for creating, designing, managing and strategically distributing content for the Athletic Department’s social media platforms, website and digital marketing outreach. Content design focuses on increasing fan engagement and affinity; supporting revenue generation efforts (e.g., ticket sales, donations, merchandise sales, etc.); sharing department stories externally; and enhancing the overall CSU Athletics brand. Individual leads and supervises a consistent digital brand message and image for the department.

•Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, management, business, recreation, advertising, communications, journalism, creative design, liberal arts or any other field related to duties and responsibilities
•Minimum of three years of marketing or communications experience required, preferably in intercollegiate athletics
•Demonstrated professional experience in multimedia asset creation for social media distribution (photography, videography, graphic design, writing, editing, etc.) required
•Professional social media experience required
•Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere) to create visual media required
•Experience creating and delivering presentations required
•Creative and artistic ability, particularly as relates to social media/digital marketing
•Proficiency with public speaking
•Knowledge of key marketing principles
•Excellent oral and written communication skills
•Ability to work on projects individually as well as within a team
•Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
•Proficiency with technology and social media
•Ability to provide leadership, training and guidance to other department staff and students
•Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date
•The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the time of hire. The department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Senior Account Executive –Ticket Sales

FULL TIME

Overview

Accomplished sales professional who has a year of experience and verifiable ticket and marketing related results.

Ability to engage customers with focus on relationship building, and also handle ‘elevated’ customer service issues.

Ability to manage daily sales reports and communication between sales staff and management.

Increased focus on business to business sales and premium inventory.

Responsible for internship program, night sales team and part-time employees.

Exhibits leadership among other Account Executives when Director of Sales and Service is not present.

Assigned marketing/fan engagement responsibility on football and basketball game days.

Handles all duties as assigned to Account Executive Role.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required in field of communications, marketing, sales or sports management.

Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in marketing or sales with experience managing sales team focused on exceeding revenue goals.

Account Executive – Group Sales and Game Day Experiences

FULL TIME

Overview

UCF Athletics at the University of Central Florida, an NCAA Division I institution and American Athletic Conference (The American) member, is seeking applications for the position of Account Executive – Group Sales and Game Day Experiences.

As a member of a progressive revenue generation staff, the Account Executive will serve as a primary contact in the sales of a full menu of group ticket packages for a multitude of sports.

Responsibilities:

• Make an average of 75+ calls per day with an emphasis on Group Ticket and Hospitality packages

• Develop relationships with current and potential clients

• Represent organization at various networking events in Orlando

• Responsible for, but not limited to, the selling of group tickets and tailgate/hospitality packages to corporations and the general public

• Meet and exceed establish weekly, monthly, and annual sales goals

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and 2 years of appropriate experience.

Preferences:

• Sales experience in an athletics or entertainment environment

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication, customer service and problem solving skills

• Ability to function in fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects and adhere to deadlines

• Proficient computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook)

• Availability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays

• Professional image and demeanor.

• Interest and strong ability to work in a cohesive team environment.

• Bi-lingual a plus

As a UCF Athletics staff member, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.
Cover letter, resume, and three professional references will be accepted until the position is filled.

Note: the person selected for this position will be employed by UCF Athletics, which is a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida.

Coordinator, Corporate Partnerships

FULL TIME

Overview

This position is responsible for the overall support of our Corporate Partnership team. This Coordinator will be a vital manager of department operations and act as the liaison with our internal partners as well as external clients.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work closely with supervisor and other members of the corporate partnerships team to achieve departmental goals and provide best in class programs

• Proven relationship building and interpersonal skills

• Basic level graphic design as we create sales and marketing strategies to generate new business

• Lead in securing proof-or-performance documentation required for partner business reviews

• Inventory management of our digital and rotational signage

• Department client event operations liaison

• Proactive with the ability to demonstrate innovation and initiative Ability to thrive in a deadline driven environment

• Manage CRM data

Qualifications: Required Competencies & Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment;

• Regular availability during game times; evenings and weekends;

• Exceptional writing and presentation preparation skills;

• Self- motivated, team player with strong work ethic;

• Demonstrated professionalism for this highly visible role;

• Ability to work under tight deadlines with minimal direction;

• Above requirement balanced by ability to determine when approval, direction or guidance is needed or essential;

• Impeccable attention to detail with a solution oriented, problem solving mentality;

• Creative, energetic, resourceful and RESULTS ORIENTED

• Basic Graphic Design skills in Photoshop, InDesign, PageMaker

Education and/or Experience:

• College degree preferred and/or 2-4 years of sponsorship/marketing or branding experience in fast paced, proactive and creative environment

• Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)

Work Environment

This job operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and photocopiers.  The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a largely sedentary role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and focused vision.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including; extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Travel

Rare travel maybe expected in this role.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Social Media Manager, Fantasy

FULL TIME

Description

The National Football League is kicking off an exciting project to reimagine its overall Fantasy Football experience. The League hopes to engage the next generation of Fantasy players and reinvigorate current players with a fresh take on Fantasy Football.

The NFL Fantasy team is looking for a Social Media Manager to help expand and improve its use of social for both content distribution and marketing. The person in

this role will be working closely with the cross-functional team and will own the

strategy and execution of content across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and other platforms. This will be a hands-on role requiring content creation, repackaging, strategic thinking, and relationship building.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Help develop and execute the social media strategy for NFL Fantasy

• Represent the NFL and NFL Fantasy brands appropriately and effectively across platforms

• Drive increased awareness of the NFL Fantasy products and content

• Post/create content and engage with NFL Fantasy followers across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

• Track follower growth, engagement, and trends that lead to more fantasy registrations and in app engagement driven from social channels.

• Live event support (Fantasy Draft Weekend, During NFL Games)

• Create specific tags and links for customers to register to play or engage more in the NFL Fantasy App

• Critically problem-solve common complaints by flagging trends + partnering cross-functionally to recommend + implement preventative measures; proactively create a better guest experience.

• Escalate any serious issues to customer support or fantasy leadership team.

• Work with larger NFL social media team to support any larger Fantasy initiatives.

• Find new audiences to engage via social.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• A deep understanding and passion for NFL Football and Fantasy Football

• Passionate about working in social media and have a strong understanding of

• Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube

• 1 – 3 years of relevant professional experience in social media

• Strong Photoshop and Adobe Premiere skills

• Self-starter eager to contribute by going the extra mile to succeed

• Excels in a fast pace environment

• Excited by the idea of making Fantasy Football more fun for all levels of fan

• Exceptional analytical, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• Strong copywriting and editing skills

• Always-on mentality

• Thrives on collaborating with others inside and outside the company

• Did we mention that you LOVE Fantasy Football?

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics:

• This is a 7-month role

• 40 hours per week, additional hours as needed.

• Some travel may be required

• The work schedule for the role will revolve heavily around the NFL season

• schedule including working during (Fantasy Draft Weekend, Thursday Night

• Football, Sundays and Monday Night Football)

• Possible Sunday-Thursday work schedule

Physical Demands:

• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery

• May move Audio/Visual equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Travel:

• Some travel may be required

Expected Hours of Work:

• Possible Sunday-Thursday work schedule

• 9am-5pm on non-game days, flexible schedule on game days