Athletics Ticketing, Sales, & Creative Intern

Brown University•Providence, RI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletics Ticketing, Sales & Creative Intern will assist the Athletics Ticket Manager and Ticketing & Group Sales Coordinator with increasing the overall visibility of Brown University Athletics through ticket sales efforts. This position will assist with day-to-day and game-day ticket operations at ticketed varsity athletic events. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to accurately handle financial transactions and basic reconciliations.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral communication and computer skills needed.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop and ability/willingness to learn new systems as required.
Strong customer relation skills.
The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background and education check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.
All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties.
Background Check – Criminal, Education
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of relevant experience in ticketing, sales, marketing, promotions, customer service, event operations, or a related area preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
Some prior experience in ticket sales/operations, marketing, promotions, preferred.
Prior online ticket system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in game day preparation and execution for Football, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Gymnastics, Men’s Hockey, Women's Hockey, Men’s Lacrosse and Women’s Lacrosse.
Develop ticket sales strategies to maximize attendance and revenue for ticketed sports
Develop content to align with and promote sales initiatives
Develop/maintain relationships with various local Youth Organizations and schools.
Provide friendly customer service at games and other Brown Athletic events.
Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.