Game Presentation and Promotions Assistant

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for a Game Presentation & Promotions Assistant. This is a two-year Assistant position in our external unit of ticket sales & service, marketing, licensing, and game presentation & promotions. The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of promotions and game entertainment at assigned K-State Athletics events with an emphasis on increasing revenue, growing attendance, and maximizing K-State’s home game atmosphere. The Assistant will have direct oversight over the development, coordination, and implementation of promotions plans for assigned sports and programs -- which may include women's basketball, volleyball, baseball, women's soccer, and the Junior Wildcats Club

K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference and invites applicants who are passionate about collegiate athletics and want to become a member of our staff to help advance our department through hard work, knowledge, and dedication.

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit https://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree by employment start date in marketing, advertising, public relations, sports marketing or related field

Commitment to two-year position

Proven ability to multi-task

Possess strong computer skills, including a thorough knowledge of MS Office, Outlook, and Adobe Design programs

Excellent written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills with attention to detail

Must be able to work independently in a demanding environment with a ability to prioritize job duties in order to complete assignments on time

Must have a valid driver's license at all times and be available to work evenings, weekend, and holidays and travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a collegiate athletic marketing office

Experience as a show caller/producer and script writing

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, or Illustrator)

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload a current resume with three professional references and a letter of interest.

Benefits:

Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans

Competitive retirement plan

Earned vacation and sick leave plans

Parental leave plan

Term life insurance

Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Long term disability insurance

Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information:  https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources
$12.50 per hour (approximately $26,000 yearly estimate plus paid overtime) in the first year; potential to earn $14.00 (approximately $29,120 yearly estimate plus paid overtime) after completion of first year with a successful review and budget approval.
Paid biweekly (26 pay periods).