Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan is seeking applicants for the position of Marketing Graduate Assistant. The Marketing Graduate Assistant will be a member of the FDU Athletics external team and provide support to the department’s 21 varsity teams. This position is a two-year position with the candidate pursuing a graduate degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in creating and implementing marketing plans for assigned sports
- Create strategies for fan engagement and attendance
- Assist in the recruitment and training of interns within the external affairs unit
- Act as marketing liaison to assigned special marketing initiatives
- Assist with community relations initiatives including community service, youth team participation and attendance
- In-game sponsorship activation
- Assist in the ticket operations for men’s and women’s basketball
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Marketing, Sports Administration, Communications, or a related field
- Enrollment and/or acceptance in a Fairleigh Dickinson University graduate program for Fall term 2021
- At least one year of relevant athletic experience (volunteer/hourly will be considered)
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, including both verbal and written
- Ability to work nights and weekends
Compensation: Graduate tuition; housing; and stipend.
Application: Please send resume and cover letter to-
Jason Young, Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs
jryoung@fdu.edu