Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $42,400.00 - $58,400.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
health care
Dental
Vision
deferred compensation plans
flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
long-term disability
Holidays
vacation
sick leave
Job Description
Samford University is a private Christian university located in Homewood, Alabama, known for its commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and fostering a supportive and innovative environment for both students and staff. With a rich history dating back over a century, Samford offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning and personal growth. The university prides itself on a strong sense of community and dedication to preparing students for meaningful careers and lives of service. Its Athletic Department plays a key role in enriching campus life, promoting school spirit, and engaging with the broader community through... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor's degree
- minimum one year of related experience
- strong written and oral communication skills
- ability to interface professionally with coaches, fans and university personnel
- knowledge of digital platforms including social media and websites
- ability to work evenings, weekends, occasional holidays and some travel
- ability to lift, carry and operate equipment up to 15 pounds
Job Qualifications
- bachelor's degree
- minimum one year of experience related to athletics marketing and promotions, digital and social media, and/or game operations
- strong written and oral communication skills
- ability to interface professionally with coaches, fans and university personnel
- knowledge and understanding of various digital platforms including social media and websites
- highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
- prior experience working within a collegiate athletic department or professional sports team
- experience working with Word, Excel, Photoshop and other design programs
- ability to work evenings, weekends, occasional holidays and some travel in addition to daily office hours
- ability to lift, carry and operate various equipment of up to 15 pounds
Job Duties
- work with sponsorship to facilitate corporate sponsorship fulfillment and planning
- work with ticketing to facilitate the group sales program for all ticketed sports
- work with ticketing group to cultivate current and past groups and new prospects to generate sales
- contact area businesses, youth organizations, and other large groups to promote the group ticket program
- assist in creating, coordinating and executing marketing plans and initiatives for all sports to increase awareness, attendance, revenue and fan engagement
- support community events to generate excitement and community engagement
- create and develop promotional plans and giveaway strategies for all sports to maximize ticket sales, attendance, fan experience and fan engagement
- serve as in-house producer for all home events, determining how each in-game element is implemented including sponsors and game day groups
- assist with the development of print advertisements, schedule cards, posters and other promotional and marketing collateral
- support campus marketing initiatives targeted to faculty, staff and the student body to maximize support
- support the student intern program and game day staffing
- coordinate with the central university Marketing and Communication Division to assure consistency with university brand guidelines and overall university marketing strategies
- perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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