Assistant Director for Marketing & Fan Engagement - 998619



Staff

Cincinnati, OH •
ID: 3214-433
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Full-Time/Regular

XAVIER UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS - ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR MARKETING AND FAN ENGAGEMENT

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives.

Position Summary:

Assistant Director for Marketing & Fan Engagement - 998619



Staff

Cincinnati, OH Apply Now

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ID: 3214-433
•
Full-Time/Regular

XAVIER UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS - ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR MARKETING AND FAN ENGAGEMENT

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives.

Position Summary:

Xavier University, a member of the BIG EAST Conference, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement. The Assistant Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement reports to the Assistant Athletics Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement, and is responsible for developing and managing the marketing and promotional plans for women’s basketball and other assigned sports, game day presentation, special events, and ancillary revenue-generating programs.

Responsibilities:

• Create and execute the marketing and group ticket sales plans for women’s basketball
• Coordinate game presentation and act as the game producer for women’s basketball home games which includes managing the preparation and creation of PA scripts and game logs
• Serve as the secondary marketing contact for men’s basketball
• Serve as floor director and coordinate all in-game and on-court promotions for all men’s basketball home games
• Oversight of booking and scheduling of halftime acts, color guard, and national anthem performers for basketball events
• Manage Junior Musketeers kids club program and newsletter
• Manage the publication of the X-News Newsletter (Eloquoa)
• Coordinate on-campus and grassroots marketing efforts
• Manage the athletic department’s charitable donation program
• Oversight responsibility of Marketing Assistant and management of the marketing internship program and student gameday staff
• Oversight responsibility of donation request program
• Co-manage the Xavier Gameday App

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, sports management or a related field, or equivalent in experience
• At least one year of experience in collegiate or professional sports marketing and sales
• Excellent organizational skills, work ethic and detail-oriented approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, and a working knowledge of graphic design programs, including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and to work efficiently on short deadlines
• Professional, results-oriented self-starter who takes initiative to solve problems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Have knowledge of and maintain compliance of all NCAA, BIG EAST Conference, and Athletic Department rules and regulations

To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume with three references, and any graphic design samples. Applications will be accepted until April 2, 2024.

Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.