Details
Posted: 29-Jun-22
Location: Tempe, Arizona
Type: Full-time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Salary: Depends on experience
Categories:
Operations
Operations - Marketing/Promotions
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
Job Description Sun Devil Athletics seeks two Coordinators of SDA Marketing and Game Presentation to provide support for the marketing needs of Sun Devil Athletics and assigned sport programs and assist in the day-to-day operations of spectator experiences and entertainment at Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) sporting events. Uses marketing and promotion strategies extensively to generate revenue, maximize attendance, and create a preferred game environment. Serves as the primary game day producer for all volleyball, ice hockey OR baseball home games, field manager for home football games, assists with other SDA home events and ceremonies as assigned. Oversees the marketing and game presentation efforts for Olympic sports run by graduate assistants. Works collaboratively with communications, athletics operations and facilities, Pac-12 Sales, the Sun Devil Marching Band, the Spirit Squad and other SDA departments as needed. Reports to the Assistant AD for Marketing and Game Presentation. Adheres to NCAA and PAC-12 rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the department, the University, and the Arizona Board of Regents.
Req #80685BR
Salary Range Depends on experience
Close Date July 5, 2022
Essential Duties
- Under the direction of the Assistant AD, Marketing & Game Presentation, oversees the operations of game entertainment including, creating in-game and on-court/field entertainment and promotions (i.e. video segments, fan interaction, etc.), and coordinating in-game activities (i.e. props, prizes, logos, contestants, etc.) for assigned sports.
- Serves as primary game day producer for all baseball, ice hockey OR volleyball home games and other Sun Devil events and ceremonies as assigned.
- Works with Pac-12 Sales to fulfill sponsor obligations.
- Creates and develops engaging in-game elements in conjunction with third-party production companies.
- Oversees game day event scripts, rundown and LED content for assigned sports.
- Increases media engagement through unique partnership opportunities with area corporations and advertisers.
- Coordinates trade agreements with local vendors under the direction of Assistant AD for Marketing and Game Presentation and Assistant AD for Ticket Operations.
- Develops and executes promotional campaigns to drive affinity, attendance and revenue for Baseball, Ice Hockey Gymnastics, Volleyball, Wrestling OR Women’s Soccer.
- Collaborates with the SDA Sales Center, SDA Ticket Operations, media, and community relations, to ensure all contractual responsibilities are fulfilled on game day and to ensure smooth execution of all events.
- Creates, executes, and analyzes marketing plans for assigned sport programs.
- Develops promotional materials and advertisements for assigned sport programs.
- Supervises graduate assistants and interns.
- Adheres to NCAA and PAC-12 rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the department, the university, and the Arizona Board of Regents.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of experience in the program of assignment; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Desired Qualifications
- Three (3) years’ related experience at the D1 college level, preferably at a Power 5 Conference level.
- Experience producing baseball, ice hockey or volleyball.
- Eupervisory experience.
- Experience with decision-making and conflict resolution.
- Experience working in stressful situations.
- Experience in working collaboratively with members of all constituencies of the department.
- Evidence of effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of intercollegiate athletics rules and regulations and University policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and PAC?12 rules and regulations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices pertaining to the assigned area.
- Experience in problem solving and decision-making.
- Experience in planning, analyzing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities.
- Experience in effectively managing, supervising and evaluating assigned staff.
- Experience in budget preparation and forecasting.
- Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Evidence of effective communication.
- Ability to lead by example in communicating, participating and encouraging support of the institution’s sustainability programs.
Working Environment
- Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
- Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
- Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
- Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
- Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
- Regular supervision received by Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing & Game Presentation.
- Supervises Graduate Assistants and interns.
Department Statement
The mission of Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university.
SDA is fully committed to the principles of student-athlete welfare, institutional control, gender and ethnic diversity, and sportsmanship. This commitment includes creating an environment where student-athletes contribute to a winning tradition while enhancing the campus and local community and competing in a program having integrity and high ethical standards. SDA is committed to a leadership role within the university, community, the Pac-12 Conference, and the nation.
SDA is committed to recruit, retain and develop a diversified workforce.
ASU offers a tuition discount for the employee, their spouse and dependents and a competitive benefits package including paid vacation and holidays, health insurance and more. For more benefits information, please visit http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefitsenrollment.
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
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Employment Verification Statement
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Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
To be considered, your application must include the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume/CV
- Three professional references (personal references are not accepted)
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
AA/EOE