Fan Engagement Assistant (Two Positions, Part-Time)

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

2d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

James Madison University, a Division I Member of the NCAA and Sun Belt
Conference, is accepting applications for two Fan Engagement Assistant positions
for the Athletics Fan Engagement Department.

The Athletics Fan Engagement Assistant will report directly to the Associate
Director of Fan Engagement and will serve an integral role in the operations of
the fan engagement (marketing) department, working directly with several sports.
This position will develop and execute marketing plans for assigned sports, to
include creating attendance programs and initiatives while overseeing game day
atmosphere, fan engagement and overall marketing operations.
Other duties will include assisting the Fan Engagement Department with
promotions and game day operations for football and men’s and women’s
basketball, and supporting other department initiatives and special projects as
assigned. This position will be required to work in an office as well as at
numerous athletic events and other promotional events.

Requirements

• Previous experience in Athletics Fan Engagement/Marketing, preferably in a campus setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Professional, results-oriented self-starter who takes initiative to solve problems
• Ability to work independently and in group settings with a positive demeanor
• Excellent writing and editing skills, attention to detail is essential
• Ability to work with people in multiple settings and varied backgrounds
• Creative and determined worker that is proactive in sales and promotion
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, inDesign or similar)
• Experience in brand marketing or athletics marketing
• Knowledge of and interest in collegiate athletics

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing plans for assigned sports
• Create attendance programs and initiatives
• Oversee game day atmosphere, fan engagement and overall marketing operations
• Assist the Fan Engagement Department with promotions and game day operations for football and men’s and women’s basketball
• Support other department initiatives and special projects as assigned

Benefits

• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed