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Thundering Herd Sports Properties is Learfield’s local, dedicated entity representing Marshall University. In complete collaboration with the university, this team is committed to extending the affinity of the Thundering Herd brand to businesses and corporations of all sizes looking to align with the undeniably loyal and passionate collegiate sports fan base.

As exclusive multimedia rights holder for Marshall University, Thundering Herd Sports Properties manages all aspects of the rights relationship. Providing corporate partners with traditional, digital and other non-traditional media opportunities to bolster their own brand and garner maximum exposure through inventory such as venue signage; digital engagement including social media, the official athletics website, content, digital gaming and retargeting, event sponsorships and promotion; corporate hospitality; television and radio game broadcasts and coaches’ shows.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with game day and event operations and management, including set up of select in-venue signage, hospitality events/suites, and game day displays

• Fulfillment of on and off-field/court promotions for corporate sponsors (displays, promotional handouts, contests, etc.)

• Communication with various departments of Marshall Athletics and promotions personnel as well as TSP sales staff

• Office and administrative support

• Handle other miscellaneous projects as needed

Qualifications:

• High level of initiative, coupled with the ability to work independently

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability and willingness to initiate and maintain personal relationships

• Highly organized; able to prioritize and execute tasks

• Focus on attention to detail; quality over quantity

• Ability to maintain a positive, upbeat attitude under pressure

• Knowledge in Excel, Power Point and Outlook; savvy with social media

• Ability to work flexible hours, including all home football and men’s basketball games

• Current student pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications or other related field