Job Description

Embry-Riddle Athletics is seeking applicants for the 2024-2025 Sports Marketing & Fan Experience Internship. We are looking for an intern with a versatile skillset, who is willing to learn and bring a positive attitude to the workplace to help build upon the three pillars of the external department. (Build the Brand, Drive Revenue, Increase Attendance) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an NCAA Division ll institution and competes in the Sunshine State Conference.

Job Description:

Job Description

Embry-Riddle Athletics is seeking applicants for the 2024-2025 Sports Marketing & Fan Experience Internship. We are looking for an intern with a versatile skillset, who is willing to learn and bring a positive attitude to the workplace to help build upon the three pillars of the external department. (Build the Brand, Drive Revenue, Increase Attendance) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an NCAA Division ll institution and competes in the Sunshine State Conference.

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• Assist in the development and implementation of season-long marketing campaigns, game-day promotional activities, game day scriptwriting, organizing presentations and groups, game day contests and entertainment, and manage in-game elements.
• Develop fan relations - Responsible for interacting with fans and enhancing the fan experience.
• Collaborate on the design and creation of print and digital marketing collateral (i.e. social media and website graphics, posters, magnets, schedule cards, etc.).
• Proactive in researching and coordinating activities and events on campus to increase brand awareness of the program.
• Serve as a liaison to on-campus student clubs and organizations.
• Proactive in researching and coordinating activities and events in the community to increase brand awareness of the program within the Daytona Beach area.
• Support ticket sales’ game day responsibilities, including sales kiosk setup, game day sales, and/or group fan experiences.
• Support the department in corporate sponsorship initiatives by assisting with prospecting and soliciting new sponsors, developing strong professional relationships with sponsors, and activating contracted assets throughout the season.
• Manage and coordinate various appearances for the university’s mascot, Ernie the Eagle.
• Assist in managing the student section club, Elevation Nation.
• Support all facets of Embry-Riddle game day as needed.
• Support all needs of Embry-Riddle external department as needed.
• Assist in special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Fans First mindset
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Strong willingness to learn and work in a team environment
• Knowledge of the functions of a collegiate athletics department
• Ability to influence and build working relationships among diverse individuals.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to create and maintain very specific timelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous intercollegiate athletics or professional sports experience, with an interest in sports marketing and/or collegiate athletic administration as a career path
• Previous experience with fan engagement and game-day operations
• Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube)

Compensation:

Interns receive a total compensation of $21,840 for the duration of the internship. In addition, this internship offers an optional university meal plan (taxable). This internship does not include any fringe benefits such as housing or health insurance.

Duration:

10 Months: July, 2024 through May, 2025