Director of Marketing, Sponsorships, & Fan Engagement

Posting Number A01642 Position Title Director of Marketing, Sponsorships, & Fan Engagement Position Number E01113 Salary for Announcement

The salary range is $37,400-$46,800.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. MSU Denver offers a full benefits package.

Pay Grade

Pay Grade (2020): 13

Employee Category Professional staff Department Intercollegiate Athletics EClass Code Admin less than full time with benefits Position Summary

The Director of Marketing, Sponsorships, & Fan Engagement reports to the Deputy Director of Athletics. The Director of Marketing, Sponsorships, & Fan Engagement will create sponsorship packages and develop partnerships with corporations and organizations. This includes identifying potential sponsors, soliciting sponsorships, and the execution of sponsorship agreements. This position is responsible for the execution of marketing efforts and promotions on game day. The position is also responsible for creating content (written, video, and graphic) for MSU Denver Athletics. This includes the pursuit of and development of new strategies for digital and social communication. This position will assist in the creation of new media marketing, digital media advertising, fundraising strategies, promotions and sponsorship development and fulfillment for MSU Denver Athletics. In addition, this position will coordinate and assign workers for game day operations.
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Duties/Responsibilities

• Create, develop, sell, and execute corporate sponsorship packages for Roadrunners Athletics.
• Execute the fulfillment of all sponsorship contracts, including arena and stadium signage, public address announcements, in-game promotions, logo recognition and all other components incorporated into a game presentation.
• Manage event presentation, game experience and sponsorship activation for Roadrunners Athletics, but not limited to, writing scripts and timelines, directing game, creating and managing videoboard content, designing elements as needed, managing game day staff, and building out a complete fan experience in-venue.
• Assists in all facets of ticket sales to Roadrunners athletic events, including season ticket sales, renewals, and group sales.
• Plan, direct, and execute game production efforts for men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and soccer, including the creation of game scripts, music/band promotions, video, cheer/mascot, and on-court presentations; while overseeing external fan engagement student interns.
• Manage intern program for Athletics including scheduling of grassroots initiatives for the marketing department.
• Coordinate in-game promotions and execute theme game nights.
• Prepare pregame, in-game, and post-game videoboard elements for all home basketball and volleyball games.
• Day-to-day management of athletics e-blasts, including newsletters, ticket promotions, week-of emails, etc.
• Implement effective marketing of promotions and events via all communication channels and media.
• Assist with the coordination and management of scheduling community events and appearances by student-athletes and staff with the goal of building visibility in the community.
• Coordinate on-campus activation methods to promote upcoming games and increase exposure.
• Work closely with on-campus departments (Student Activities, etc.) to grow the athletics brand and increase school spirit.
• Assist with season ticket renewals, group sales, ticket promotions, and community events to promote athletics events.
• Assist with account management and stewardship for all donor ticket, season ticket, and group sales accounts.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and adhere to applicable NCAA, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, MSU Denver, and departmental rules and regulations. Upon notification of any NCAA violation, report the violation and follow applicable procedures for reporting and investigating a violation with the NCAA .
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as journalism, marketing, graphic design, communications or sport’s management
• Experience using social media and marketing skills to promote information, a program or event
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• Must possess organizational skills along with the ability to work under deadlines

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meet all required qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in marketing, graphic design, communications or sport’s management
• Experience in intercollegiate athletics
• Experience using Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premier, InDesign, etc.).

Posting date 06/10/2021 Closing date Closing Instructions Open Until Filled To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) 06/24/2021 Special Instructions to Applicants

IMPORTANT : In order to be considered as an applicant you must apply via the online application system, www.msudenverjobs.com .

References refers to a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Talent Team Representative Sophia Montano Talent Team Representative E-mail smontan7@msudenver.edu Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:
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Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.