Position Summary and Objective:
The Down East Bird Dawgs baseball team is looking for a creative and energetic individual to run the marketing and promotions department while providing a high level of entertainment for Bird Dawgs fans. This position will also be required to generate revenue through season tickets, group tickets, and picnic tickets.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
· Assist with the execution of social media posts across all platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube)
· Assist in creating and editing graphics for social media content.
· Leading all on-field and in-between innings promotional activities from brainstorming to execution.
· Assist in hiring and oversee promotional interns and associated staff.
· Assist in scheduling and executing mascot appearances
· Collaborate with venue staff (video board design, audio/visual, on-field staff, mascot, and PA announcer) in collaborating to produce all elements of the Bird Dawgs in-game experience, including videos, music, graphics, and promotional initiatives
· Developing, planning, scripting, and executing all in-game entertainment, marketing, and team sponsorship requirements
· Organizing and preparing all relevant information for Game Production and Staff Meetings
· Scheduling and preparing all pre-game, in-game, and post-game promotions
Sales Responsibilities:
· Meeting and exceeding sales goals
· Developing NEW business via phone calls, emails, and face-to-face meetings
· Effectively follow up with clients to help provide repeat business and to meet excellent customer service requirements
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, sport management or a related field from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge, experience
· Ability to work across departments for the benefit of the organization
· Positive attitude and ability to work well in a fast paced, team environment.
· People-oriented, able to multitask, organized, motivated and detail-focused
· At least 2 years of experience in professional sports (promotions, sales, or marketing preferred)
· Coachable attitude and willingness to learn
· Experience in game operations and/or writing game scripts at the college or professional level is a plus
· Ability to work long hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings during the season
Compensation:
Salary and commission structure commensurate with experience
(Salary Range: $30,000-$35,000/year)
If you are a motivated and creative sports marketing professional with a passion for sports and sales, we invite you to apply. Join our team and be a part of creating unforgettable experiences for our fans!
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.
