(Senior Associate/Associate) Athletic Director of Marketing & Business Development
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Athletics Administration
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University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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External Engagement
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1) Supervise department ticket operations/ticket sales/premium seating/seat donation activities customer service efforts annual fund support data analytics CRM processes marketing automation efforts and pricing construction/yield management projects.
2) Supervise all elements of the Arkansas Razorbacks brand including direction of creative services and digital strategy teams. Lead efforts of staff to create comprehensive marketing and fan experience plans for every sport. Manage partnerships related to digital and social platforms as well as assist environmental designs and facility installations.
3) Supervise the departments licensing retail and merchandising efforts working closely with partners CLC and Dyehard/Follett to manage trademarks engage licensees monitor infringement and increase licensing/merchandising revenues. Collaborate on other business development efforts such as digital raffles third party ticketed events etc.
4) Work with Learfield (multi-media rights holder) to develop strong promotional platforms to increase existing sponsorship levels while supporting new initiatives in an effort to reach revenue share levels.
Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
(Senior Associate Level) Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in sports administration marketing business communications or related area of study from an accredited institution of higher learning
At least seven years of progressive experience in marketing branding ticket sales strategy and/or communications in collegiate athleticsand/or professional sports
Experience managing the improvement of the gameday fan experience
Experience with CRM data warehouse and marketing automation systems
Experience hiring training and supervising current and new employees in related areas
At least three years of supervisory experience managing full-time staff
(Associate Level) Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in sports administration marketing business communications or related area of study from an accredited institution of higher learning
At least six years of progressive experience in marketing branding ticket sales strategy and/or communications in collegiate athleticsand/or professional sports
Experience managing the improvement of the gameday fan experience
Experience with CRM data warehouse and marketing automation systems
Experience hiring training and supervising current and new employees in related areas
At least two years of supervisory experience managing full-time staff
Preferred Qualifications:
At least nine years experience in NCAA Division I athletics or a major professional league (ex. NFL MLB NBA NHL)
Documented experience executing an integrated campaign across multiple platforms for a Division I department of athletics or professional sports team
Experience creating developing and fostering a brand identity for a Division I department of athletics or professional sports team
Experience in extensive collaboration between different departments and/or partners to ensure revenue generation success across multiple campaigns
Proven track record of increased attendance and ticket revenues
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations
Knowledge of fundraising requirements for ticketing and parking
High proficiency of Adobe Creative Suite products HTML coding CSS Javascript Premiere After Effects Microsoft Office Suite and web browsers
Strong attention to detail
Organizational and strong leadership skills
Exceptional interpersonal presentation oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with the public in a professional manner
Ability to motivate and inspire performance driven professional sales and marketing teams
Ability to work independently set priorities and think critically
Ability to manage and control expenditures within a set budget
Ability to work weekends evenings and travel as needed
Ability to run effective staff meetings
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Financial Credit Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
