Marketing and Fan Experience Coordinator

Auburn University at Montgomery

Montgomery, AL

Posted May 31, 2024

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About the Job

Auburn University at Montgomery

External Relations, Marketing/Communications/Content Creation, Auburn University at Montgomery Profile

Athletic Director

Conference

Gulf South (DII)

Salary expectation

Unknown

Minimum Yrs Exp

Unknown

Work type

Full-time

Job Description

Position Information

Vacancy Number:

S-01146

Position Information

Vacancy Number:

S-01146

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Position Title:

Marketing and Fan Experience Coordinator

Classification Title:

Department:

Athletics

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

Auburn University at Montgomery (

AUM

) is seeking a Marketing & Fan Experience Coordinator to develop, plan, implement and execute a marketing and fan experience plan for home athletic events and additional special athletic events to enhance fans, student-athletes, students, alumni, donors and community members experience.

The Marketing & Fan Experience Coordinator will report to the Assistant Athletics Director for External Relations and will assist in all aspects of the department, including, but not limited to, all home athletic events, all athletic department special events such as Hoops Madness, Student-Athlete Orientation, Homecoming, Warhawks Choice Awards, Senior Breakfast, etc. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, hyper-organized, innovative events coordinator who has experience producing compelling fan experiences that drive engagement and align with key business goals. In addition, the candidate selected will be responsible for the following:

Coordinate all pre-game, in-game and post-game promotions for home contests

Maintain a close working relationship with the Office of Student Affairs, Student Involvement, University Marketing, University Communications,

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Bookstore and Conference Services, as well as other university units to conceptualize and develop fan-centric experiences & events that build the

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brand, expand and reach new fans and increase engagement with existing fan base

Assist with a variety of hospitality, public relations and event management: sourcing and contracting vendors, building entertainment sources and drafting game scripts

Coordinate with Sports Information to develop and distribute promotional content, including design of game day and special event promotional graphics for campus distribution, social media, and billboards

Assist with the management of all elements of entertainment events; including concept development, floor plan oversight, internal coordination, vendor acquisition and management, event execution and reconciliation

Prepare and manage vendor contracts, payments and staffing plans

Support on-site execution and operations on event day and gameday to include game day event set-up for all sports

Hire, schedule and oversee student- workers, interns and part-time gameday personnel

Examples of special events to be coordinated include, but are not limited to: Faculty & Staff Appreciation,

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Student Giveaway Days, Residence Rumble, Warhawk Spotlight Games, Hoops Madness, etc. Assist with coordination, implementation and tracking of community outreach initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The successful candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Organized and driven professional, able to self-motivate and innovate

Strong attention to detail and process – strong management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven relationship and people management skills, strong worth ethic, team-oriented, collaborative attitude, enthusiastic about contributing to the success of

AUM

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines

Capable of working under pressure

Must be able to communicate clear and concise directions

Team player willing to work with all departments and staff

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Ability to work event nights, weekends and holidays as required

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution

Knowledge and commitment to rules and regulations set forth by the

NCAA

Division II and the Gulf South Conference

Valid driver’s license

Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining

CPR

AED

and First Aid certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree

Experience creating marketing plans and managing game day duties

Experience developing and implementing promotional activities and events

Job Open Date:

05/30/2024

This posting will remain open until closed:

Yes

Job Close Date:

Salary Band:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately with a best consideration date of ten days (June 12, 2024) from initial posting.

All documents must be submitted through the online application system. No credentials, emails, or phone calls will be accepted by the Director of Athletics, Assistant Athletics Director for External Relations or search committee members.

About the University/College

Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don’t just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.