Position Details
Position Information Position Title Graduate Assistant - Athletics Marketing and Fan Engagement Academic Year 2023-2024 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary The graduate assistant for Athletics Marketing and Fan Engagement will assist with game management, fan engagement, marketing, development / booster club, in-game promotions, etc.
Graduate assistants are often assigned specific sports to oversee the marketing, fan engagement, script writing, music, in-game entertainment, etc.
for that sport. Essential Functions
- Marketing specific programs or events.
- Designing and marketing of distribution collateral.
- In charge of end game presentation elements.
- Responsible for sport specific marketing plans.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of collegiate sports, game policies / timelines, and crowd interaction.
- Ability to make responsible decisions and problem solve.
- Strong communication skills.
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, public relations, communications, marketing, business, or related field.
- Must be enrolled at UIW in graduate school before starting the position. A conditional offer will be extended to selected candidates until they enroll in graduate school.
Required Work Experience Previous work, volunteer, internship, etc. in professional or collegiate sports environment, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Final Cut Pro (preferred not required)
- Experience with PhotoShop or other design software (highly preferred but not required)
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations Valid driver’s license and insurable by university’s standards; or ability to gain Texas driver’s license and ability to be insurable by university standards by start date.
Work Hours Days, nights, and weekends Physical Demands Some lifting required.