Assistant Athletics Director for Marketing

Job Summary

About the role

Manage athletics marketing and promotions with a focus on ticket sales by creating and executing strategic marketing plans. Reports directly to the Assoc AD for Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creation and execution of strategic marketing plans, ticketing collateral and communication, advanced promotions schedules, community outreach and appearances.
• Manage game-day scripts and timelines for the 18-sport Division 1 FBS intercollegiate athletics department, with primary focus on football, basketball and soccer.
• Serve as liaison with the department’s advertising agency, media buyer, university marketing and the student fan organization and the band.
• Work closely with outsourced staff to fulfill sponsorship inventory for Peak Sports.

Requirements

• Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in managing sports marketing and promotions, preferably marketing experience in college athletics or minor league sports.
• Strong organizational, communication, strategic-planning, creative and customer relations skills required.
• Work experience with Microsoft Office software, InDesign, Photoshop and/or other related software required.
• Demonstrated ability in sales, marketing, customer service and/or related fields preferred.

Education

Additional Position Information: Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.

Application Instructions

Required: Complete the online application and attach your resume.

Pay

The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

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Application Deadline

August 5, 2026

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation

(if Applicable)

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Equal Opportunity Employer

including disability/veterans.

State of Residence

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.