Additional Position Information

University of Akron
Akron, OH, United States
19 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign Microsoft Office

Job description

Manage athletics marketing and promotions with a focus on ticket sales by creating and executing strategic marketing plans. Reports directly to the Assoc AD for Marketing.

Essential Functions:

75% Manage the creation and execution of strategic marketing plans, ticketing collateral and communication, advanced promotions schedules, community outreach and appearances. Manage game-day scripts and timelines for the 18-sport Division 1 FBS intercollegiate athletics department, with primary focus on football, basketball and soccer.

15% Serve as liaison with the department’s advertising agency, media buyer, university marketing and the student fan organization and the band.

10% Work closely with outsourced staff to fulfill sponsorship inventory for Peak Sports.

Requirements

Requires a relevant Bachelor’s Degree., Requires a minimum of 2 years experience in managing sports marketing and promotions, preferably marketing experience in college athletics or minor league sports. Strong organizational, communication, strategic-planning, creative and customer relations skills required. Work experience with Microsoft Office software, InDesign, Photoshop and/or other related software required. Demonstrated ability in sales, marketing, customer service and/or related fields preferred.

Benefits & conditions

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

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