Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work closely with the Associate Director of Athletics to develop a comprehensive marketing plan to promote Ithaca College athletic events to Ithaca College students and engage with on-campus and community partners (i.e. clubs, youth groups, Special Olympics, etc.). The Marketing & Promotions Intern will have an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the following areas and will be tasked with executing a multifaceted marketing plan including but not limited to the following:

• Assist with planning, development, communication and execution of a comprehensive marketing plan to promote Ithaca College athletic events.
• Assist with creation of the following content:
  • Timely social media & athletics website content
  • On-campus displays (closed circuit TVs, posters, etc.)
  • E-mail/infographic campaigns
• Identify groups or performers to enhance fan experience/game-day atmosphere
  • National anthem singers, marching bands, halftime performers, IC clubs, etc.
• Manage a budget for promotional items to attract community attendance and improve overall experience
  • Must follow all departmental procedures around purchasing 
• Fulfillment of corporate sponsorships through on-site displays, game programs and in-game promotions
• Recruit, train and manage student workers/volunteers for events

Requirements:

• Good academic standing with Ithaca College
• A minimum of thirty (30) hours of college coursework
• An understanding of athletics marketing and promotions principles
• Willing and able to work promotional events during evening and weekend hours
• Comfort with managing peers
• Capability of contacting and coordinating external groups
• Ability to communicate effectively with athletics department administrators, operations and athletic communications staff to implement promotional events
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated commitment to a diverse work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in pursuing a career in college or professional athletics 
• Working knowledge of Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Application Materials Needed:

1. Letter of Interest
2. Resume
3. Two professional references with contact information

Pay Rate: $15.00

Instruction to Applicants: 

Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

Preference will be given to students with Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. For questions, please contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.