Marketing & Fan Engagement Assistant

EXPIRED

Job Title

Marketing & Fan Engagement Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Job Title

Marketing & Fan Engagement Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Athletics Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240 acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

GLIMPSE INTO THE JOB

At the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Development, this position will be assisting the marketing and game day production of Islander Athletics events while providing unique and memorable experiences for fans in attendance. Oversees the day-to-day marketing efforts for assigned sports, increasing awareness, attendance, and revenue for each athletic program as directed. Candidate will serve as the primary contact for assigned sports and secondary contact for men’s and women’s basketball.

OPPORTUNITIES TO CONTRIBUTE

• Assist the Assistant Athletic Director in the planning and achieving marketing initiatives to increase awareness and attendance, engage students, enhance customer experience, and solidify the department's brand.

• Create and execute marketing/fan experience plans for Olympic sports and assist with execution and game day duties associated with men’s and women’s basketball.

• Collaborate with the Athletics Creative Team to develop programming and digital marketing to include video board content, halftime shows and recognitions, sponsor activations, in-game promotions, fan contests and other entertainment elements. Write game day scripts and direct live event for assigned sports.

• Produce graphics for flyers, social media, video board, etc.

• Assist the Assistant AD with the student internship program, as well as game day assistant assignments. Serve as liaison with student section leaders.

• Interacts with other University departments to help promote the Athletic Department including Greek Life and student organizations.

• Attend new student orientations, Waves of Welcome and other back to school campus events to promote Islanders Athletics. Collaborate with on-campus student organizations and campus leaders on development and execution of campus marketing initiatives. Assist with other events as needed.

• Maintain compliance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA, A&M System, NCAA, Southland Conference and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• One (1) year of marketing or professional experience.

• Experience working in a higher education setting.

• Social media experience.

• Experience using Sound Director software.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.