The University of Akron Athletics
Job Postings
2019-20 Athletics Communications Student Workers
The University of Akron is now accepting applications in the Department of Athletics for student assistants with Athletics Communications. This position will interact within the department's external relations operation, which includes marketing and promotions, Zips Digital Network, ticketing, and development. The successful candidates will report to the Athletic Communications staff and involve assisting the staff during Zips' home athletics events which include; scoreboard operations, statistical support, social media, copywriting. Opportunities to assist in the office tasks such as creating gameday programs, statistical research, copy writing (news releases, biographies, program stories).
For a complete job description, responsibilities, and compensation view the PDF.
To Apply: Forward a resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples (writing and design) to Assistant Director of Communications, Jonathan Platten (jnp33@uakron.edu).
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2019-20 Athletic Facilities and Operations Student Workers
The Akron Athletic Facilities and Operations Department is hiring student employees for the 2019 summer and 2019-2020 school year. Students will assist with event set-up, break down, supervising assigned facility/event, and administrative duties. Students will also assist with game day operations for home UA Athletic Events. There are positions  available in the Stile Athletics Field House, InfoCision Stadium, and James A. Rhodes Arena. For more information or to submit an application, contact Greg Pierce (Stile Athletics Field House Manager) at gpierce1@uakron.edu or Synita Gates (James A. Rhodes Arena Manager) at sgates@uakron.edu.
For a complete job description and responsibilities, view the PDF.
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2019-20 Marketing Interns
Akron Athletics is looking for hardworking, dedicated, enthusiastic individuals who are interested in a career in sports marketing and would like to be a part of the 2019-20 Sports Marketing Internship team. Interns in the program provide a vital role in planning and executing marketing efforts across all intercollegiate sports, power our group ticket sales initiatives, and take on additional projects and events as needed. Interns will be cross-trained in all aspects of our department and gain a wide range of knowledge and experiences from sales to customer service to promotion management. As members of the marketing team, interns are expected to attend weekly planning meetings and work as part of a team with other gameday interns.
For a complete job description, responsibilities, and compensation, view the PDF.
Submit application and resume to Kirstin Weaver.
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2019-20 Gameday Marketing Crew
The University of Akron Department of Athletics is looking for hardworking, dedicated individuals who are interested in a career in sports marketing and would like to be a part of the 2019-20 University of Akron Gameday Marketing Crew Member program. This position provides an introduction towards a career in athletic marketing and promotions and will benefit the student in his or her overall understanding of sports marketing and administration. This position will focus mainly on events with limited office hours and is not eligible for course credit.
For a complete job description, responsibilities, and compensation, view the PDF.
Submit application and resume to Kirstin Weaver.
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2019-20 IMG Gameday Intern
Learfield/IMG College is the nation's leading collegiate sports marketing company, offering national, regional, and local multi-platform marketing opportunities targeting college sports fans. Akron Learfield/IMG College is one of many local properties here in Northeast Ohio that contribute to this footprint. We work closely with the Akron Athletics Marketing Department to create, plan, and implement the marketing strategies of our local corporate partnerships. As an Learfield/IMG Gameday Intern, you will be responsible for attending all home events for Men's Soccer, Football, and Men's Basketball, assisting with pregame preparations, executing all in-game promotions including securing contestants and maintaining quality client customer service on the day of the event. This is a paid internship. Commitment: 10-15 hours per week, with 75% of these being evenings, weekends, and holidays, if needed. Requirements: Undergraduate or Graduate student in good standing with the University. We expect to hire only 3 crew members for the fall and spring semesters. For more information, contact Dan Purdy at daniel.purdy@img.com
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2019-20 Zips Digital Network Student Workers
The Zips Digital Network is looking for students who want to be part of LIVE video production. Learn on the job how to shoot video footage for web streams and video board productions with ZipsVision and the Zips Digital Network. Great hands-on experience where you get to show your talents on the big screen. If interested or want more information please reach out to Chad Welker at ZipsVision@uakron.edu. We will meet and sign you up to work right away. You get out what you put into this work. And get paid to watch Akron Athletics at the same time! Hope you join!
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