Seasonal Promotions & Events Assistant
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Baseball Club

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Location
Jacksonville, FL, USA
Job Description
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Promotions & Events Assistant provides a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience from one of the top promotions departments in the industry. The goal of this position is to get directly involved in the day-to-day operations of a Triple-A Minor League Baseball promotions and events operation. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Promotions & Events in all aspects of the fan presentation, from brainstorming, conceptualizing and executing creative ideas to managing and supervising a part time game day promotions staff. By the end of the season, The Promotions & Events Assistant will have in-depth knowledge of the inner workings of a Minor League Baseball promotions and events department.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Gameday prep of on field promotions props, event set up and game presentation
- Assist and supervise a staff of 10-15 part time employees
- Interacting with clients and/or dignitaries as part of the course of a game
- Executing the pre-game on-field ceremonies from escorting the National Anthem singers, first pitch dignitaries and on field little league teams on a nightly basis
- Prepping and executing all stadium gate giveaways
- Assist with game day script writing and high energy music selection
- During games, assist, escort and maintain safety for fans both on and off the field
- Helping to maintain clean mascot suits during the season
- Ability to serve as a mascot performer as needed
- Assisting with non-game day special events at the ballpark
- Additional duties as assigned by team management
Qualifications Required
- Completing or have completed a four-year degree in Sport Management, Marketing, Business, Recreation/Tourism or related field
- Strong interest in the sports industry
- Strong understanding of current social media platforms and trends
- Previous customer service experience
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office & Photoshop/Illustrator preferred)
- Ability to work daily both on non-game weeks as well as during all 75 home games and other non-baseball events
- Must provide own transportation
- Ability to lift and carry boxes up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work and communicate well with others
- Must have a positive attitude and be very outgoing