Events & Entertainment Assistant

Jacksonville Jaguars•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jacksonville Jaguars are committed to developing talent and interest in professional sports. An assistantship at the Jaguars will provide you the chance to explore your career interests, acquire marketable job skills while “learning the ropes” of the industry, establish professional contacts, and gain practical “hands on” experience while working at the highest level of professional sports. Jaguars assistantships offer meaningful educational work experiences designed to meet your academic and career goals. Management and staff will teach and encourage, but it’s up to you to bring an enthusiasm to learn. Through this program, you will identify learning goals and work with the Jaguars management to achieve those goals. The Events & Entertainment Assistant is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of events (when applicable) and game day entertainment elements that will elevate the Jaguars brand by creating a lasting impact for our fans through meaningful and memorable experiences.

Requirements

Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills with superior attention to detail
Project a professional image in all interactions including fans, corporate partners, and fellow Jaguars colleagues
Team-oriented mentality
Ability to establish priorities and manage time effectively
Must be able to work flexible hours
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Prolific knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office)

Nice To Haves

Combination of office work and practical work experience is preferred

Responsibilities

What it takes to plan and execute events of all sizes and natures (i.e., Training Camp Practices, Luncheons, Major Press Conferences, Youth Football events, etc.)
How to coordinate the many logistics and intricate details that go into operating a successful event
How to collaborate with other Jaguars internal departments (i.e., Ticketing, Partnerships, Foundation, etc.) to help them reach their departmental goals through events
How to communicate effectively across many internal departments, stadium partners, sponsors, and vendors
How to problem solve and be action-oriented when things don’t go according to plan
How to interact with stadium partners and other team personnel in coordinating logistics, staffing and other event needs
How to schedule game day entertainment, including national anthem performers, flyovers, color guards, pre-game and halftime shows, special guests/ honorees, sponsor contests, on-field presentations and promotions, and other game day entertainment needs
How to coordinate game day logistics. This includes entertainment transportation, tickets, parking, credentials, meals, equipment storage, staging areas, pre-game rehearsal schedule, and more
How to gather and organize all details needed to plan for the Fan Entertainment Zone (FEZ), the Jaguars pre-game tailgate destination in the south end zone (i.e., credentials, equipment, power needs, vehicle movements, giveaways, etc.)
How to collaborate with our event production partner to create innovative and engaging activities in the FEZ
How to evaluate fan feedback and metrics to adjust our game entertainment strategy to provide our fans the best possible experience at EverBank Stadium
How to understand the impacts of stadium construction as it pertains to the game day experience and marquee events occurring at EverBank Stadium
Execute all other duties as assigned related to Stadium of the Future construction