What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026-2027 Marketing & Promotions Assistantship position at Orange Bowl?
POSITION: Marketing & Promotions Assistantship
DEPARTMENT: Communications & Marketing
REPORTS TO: Coordinator, Marketing Activation
STATUS: Temporary Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Onsite
SUMMARY: This is an exciting opportunity for an individual interested in a career in marketing, promotions, or related fields. This position supports the Communications & Marketing departments in the planning and execution of promotional efforts, event activations, and brand awareness initiatives related to Orange Bowl Committee programming and events.
Duration: 6.5 months /Tentative start date: Fall 2026
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Collaborate on the development and execution of marketing strategies designed to increase overall brand awareness for the Orange Bowl Committee, its events, and its programs.
- Assist with the creation, organization, and copyediting of event scripts and promotional materials.
- Support the planning and execution of in-game, on-stage, and on-site promotions, including entertainment, talent coordination, and event activations for the Capital One Orange Bowl Fan Fest, Orange Bowl Basketball Classic, and other Orange Bowl events.
- Assist with email marketing initiatives, including email builds, content updates, and campaign support.
- Help develop and execute community promotions and engagement initiatives, including the Creative Art Contest (Grades K–12), Tag-A-Teacher Program, and other Orange Bowl promotional efforts as assigned.
- Coordinate OBIE mascot appearances and support promotional activities, including serving as the mascot at events as needed.
- Research, order, organize, and manage inventory for promotional giveaway items and event materials.
- Support promotional efforts across a variety of Orange Bowl Festival Events and community programs.
- Perform additional duties and support special projects as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- High energy; ability to remain focused on goals and work independently
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to manage, prioritize and bring to completion multiple projects
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva and Photoshop; other design software experience a plus
- Must be available to work ALL Orange Bowl Committee events (weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays) including but not limited to the Orange Bowl Youth Football League
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
NOTE:
- Must be willing to work 40 hours a week with overtime being paid for additional hours as needed.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
**NOTE: The OBC conducts background screening and drug testing as part of its pre-employment hiring process**
The OBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.