Attention students! The University of Rhode Island Athletics Department is seeking marketing interns for the 2015-16 academic year. As an intern with URI Athletics, you will gain practical skills and knowledge in the sports and entertainment marketing industry. Under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director – Marketing and two Marketing Assistants, you will prepare the marketing plan for an assigned sport, lead grassroots marketing efforts on campus, design graphics, assist with game operations and more.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assist with the preparation and execution of the marketing plan for an assigned sport
o Identify and schedule grassroots marketing initiatives
o Determine and implement promotions to increase fan attendance
o Prepare gameday scripts
o Schedule national anthem performers
o Plan and implement in-game entertainment – including music, contests and promotions – that enhances the fan experience
· Design graphics for use on social media, digital media, email blasts, flyers and other promotional items
· Generate awareness of upcoming athletic events by distributing promotional items on-campus and by contacting local community organizations to share information about select games and promotions
· Update and maintain customer database to expand email marketing efforts
· Execute gameday operations by managing marketing displays and coordinating in-game contests and presentations
· Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
· Current college student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Management, Public Relations or similar field
· Interest in pursuing a career in sports marketing preferred
· Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or other graphic design applications preferred
· Ability to work 4-6 office hours per week and 1-2 athletic events per week
· Strong work ethic and attention to detail; flexibility to adapt to changing plans
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, energetic personality
TO APPLY: Please email your resume to Jake Amodio at jamodio@uri.edu
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