High Point University
Athletics - Sports Marketing - Marketing Assistant
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Job Description
- Req#: R0007962
Job Title: Marketing Assistant
Department: Athletics - Sports Marketing
Supervisor: Tyler Hufford, Matty Thompson
Starting Rate of Pay: $7.50
Length of Time: Eligible for rehire on a semester basis.
Department Description:
The High Point University Athletic Department is seeking hard working, positive, and self-motivated students for the Marketing Internship Position for the 2025-2026 school year. This opportunity will provide a unique, hands-on experience with marketing for athletics.
Job Description:
This position will assist the marketing department on game day and any desired office hours with all promotion execution and customer service. This includes setting up events, welcoming fans to the venue, distributing marketing materials, distributing giveaway items, in game promotions/ contests, and all other sponsorship fulfillment aspects. Students can also work with script writing, event planning, halftime acts, ticket sales, and assisting with other athletic departments.
Job Location/ Hours Required:
The candidate will perform most/all job duties in Steele Center. Hours may vary depending on the job requirements; however, the total number of hours a student employee may work per week is 20 hours. This position requires up to 10- 15 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
● Execute all sponsorship fulfillment aspects at athletic events
● Welcome guests to events
● Answer questions guests may have
● Distribute giveaway items to appropriate fan group
● Assist with set up and take down of marketing areas at games
● Assist with social media and help with creative content
● Work the video board, play music, any other duties as assigned
● Reach out to any community members or organizations for promotional nights
● Work with the Sales department to make outbound calls STUDENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
Required Qualifications:
Applicants should be customer friendly, organized, a good communicator and dedicated to the position. Also, they should be dedicated and interested in the sport management field, specifically, marketing.
● Be a current High Point University Student
● Passionate for athletics
● Have a strong worth ethic and excellent interpersonal skills
● Has a growth mindset and can work in a team environment
Desired Skills:
● Organized
● Dependable
● Time management
● High energy
● Ability to talk to and connect with fans
● Previous sports marketing experience is not required
● Able to work 10-15 hours per week, flexible hours including weekdays, weekends, and holidays if necessary
About the company
High Point University is a private university in High Point, North Carolina.
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