Yale Atheltics

Yale University – Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Title: Ticket Office Assistant
Reports to: Director of Ticket Operations
Openings: 1
Description:
This is a part-time position that will expose the individual to all aspects of a Division I collegiate ticket office. The individual will be expected to work approximately 10-15 hours per week (nights & evening hours possible – exact hours may vary) from late-August 2010 through February 2011.
Responsibilities:
The individual will be expected to assist in all aspects of ticket office operations. On a day-to-day basis, the Ticket Office Assistant will be expected to:
• Implement 2010-11 Ticket Office marketing and operations plan
• Operate and maintain ticket system
• Create, design, and implement 1-2 game-day ticket promotions for Yale men’s basketball or men’s hockey programs
• Assist all customers with ticket orders/questions by phone or in-person
• Take/fulfill ticket orders
• Use social networking to connect with fans
• Manage weekly marketing emails to Yale community
• Print end-of-day reports, reconcile receipts and orders
• Supervise ticket office in absence of Director of Ticket Operations
• Assist with supervision of student workers and other ticket office employees
• Assist marketing/promotions office as needed
Additional duties may be assigned by Director of Ticket Operations
Compensation: $12.00/hr
Education and Skills:
This position is open to current undergraduate or graduate students and recent graduates. All college majors will be considered. Outstanding communication and customer service skills required. Must be organized and highly motivated. Prior experience in sports/marketing industry is a plus. Passion for sports is a must.
Contact:
Please send letter of interest and resume (by email or mail) to:
Jeremy Makins, Director of Ticket Operations, Yale Athletics Ticket Office,
P.O. Box 208216, New Haven, CT 06520-8216
E-mail: jeremy.makins@yale.edu
Yale University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

TCF Bank Stadium Job

I hope this e-mail finds you well and enjoying the summer. We have survived our inaugural season here at TCF Bank Stadium and are once again hiring! My Operations Manager that was hired 10 months ago was promoted to the Williams Arena Manager position, thus the vacancy. We are looking for a start date of September 1 for this position. If you know of anyone that might be interested in this opportunity, please pass along the link below to view the job description. Salary is low $30’s.

https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1279150691995

Requisition Number = 167159

Kraft Food Internship

Not really sports, but it is paid work....
Kraft Foods ~ Retail Sales Division
2010 Summer Internship
Opportunities throughout New England – RI, MA, CT, NH, ME, VT & Upstate NY

Kraft Foods (NYSE: KFT) is the world’s second-largest food and beverage company with 2008 net revenues of more than $34 billion. For more than 100 years, we’ve been dedicated to helping people around the world eat and live better. Hundreds of millions of times a day, in more than 150 countries, consumers reach for their favorite Kraft brands.

Kraft Foods will be recognized as the leading company in the United States in its ability to attract, develop and retain the highest caliber talent and to fully leverage that talent to achieve consistently superior business results.

The Sales Internship is an entry-level sales position, which can lead to a promising career with Kraft Foods upon graduation. This position is designed to properly fulfill merchandising needs of the customer. Areas of focus will include full shelf conditions, neatly merchandised displays and shelves, properly rotated stock, and accurate price tags/point of sale in place for all departments. This position will be responsible for maintaining a timely and accurate call schedule.

Primary Responsibilities
• Keep retailer's shelves and displays fully stocked and rotated.
• Build and service existing displays.
• Provide support and service to meet customer needs.
Requirements
• You must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• A flexible work schedule is required - ability to work weekends.
• Previous Retail / Grocery experience a plus.
Additional General/Technical Skills Required
• Ability to perform hard work in a fast-paced work environment and meet defined physical activities (lifting, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong planning and organization skills.
• Successful completion of drug test, MVR check, and general background check.
Hiring Profile:
• In process of receiving undergraduate Business Degree
• Record of strong academic performance
• Rising Junior or Rising Senior
• Demonstrated work experience (i.e., internships, previous jobs)
• Demonstrated leadership abilities (i.e., led an academic or extracurricular program, community involvement)


Kraft is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer m/f/d/v, and will only contact the most qualified candidates.

Apply Today!
www.kraft.com/careers follow the directions to “Search For Job” and apply online using the following Job Number 0902975

Job Posting- Motorsports

Project Manager
Newly proposed motorsports park needs project manager. Must be well versed with all trackside operations and what a new park will need. Will be working with renown architects, engineers and contractors. Candidate must have experience in gaining support of investors and raising money for future of project. Contact Ben Jones at 423-297-7210 or send resume to: bjones@greenfuelsolutions.net.

CT Sun sales position

Are you a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management looking for an exciting career? If so, the WNBA Connecticut Sun may have a position for you as a Connecticut Sun Sales Representative.
Candidates should be outgoing and energetic professionals that are self-motivated, organized and detail oriented.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple tasks as well as work effectively in a team environment.
Responsibilities will include selling of season, group, flex and individual tickets via partnerships with sponsors, outside vendors and local and regional corporations within assigned territory. Following -up on all leads, however, primarily making cold calls and developing relationships/partnerships with regional civic and corporate clients to generate leads, formulize proposals and interact with diverse levels of individuals. Meet individually established sales objectives. The Connecticut Sun is the only professional sports team in Connecticut and that sometimes requires working long and unusual hours including: late nights, weekends, and holidays…and of course all home game days!
A successful candidate will meet or exceed the following criteria:
Bachelor’s degree and/or at least 2 years of previous professional sales experience. Must have one-year experience formalizing sales proposals. Must possess excellent customer service skills, intermediate experience with Microsoft office products and preferably experience with ARCHTICS ticketing systems
For consideration, please submit an on-line application at http://mohegansun.com/sitelet/spirit-aquai

Internship- University Illinois

FALL 2010 GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS – UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
The Department of Recreation, Sports and Tourism in partnership with Campus Recreation and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announce the newly founded Illini Scholars Program. As Illini Scholars, students will be chosen for various assistantships within Athletic Administration or Campus Recreation. Current positions exist in Sports Information, Ticketing, Development and Recreation.
For academic criteria and more information about our program please visit our Graduate Admissions web-site: http://www.rst.uiuc.edu/grad/admission.htm
Applicants are encouraged to apply for our graduate admissions by January 15, 2010 in order to receive full consideration. Applicants should specify interest for consideration as an Illini Scholar. Early admission will be contingent upon hiring with one of our partners.
Assistantships include full-tuition waiver and stipend.
The Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism is very proud of its commitment to diversity and encourages all minorities to apply.
For detailed information and detailed job descriptions, please contact:
Don Hardin
Illini Scholars Coordinator
Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism University of Illinois
104 Huff Hall
1206 South Fourth Street
Champaign, Illinois 61820
Office: 217 244-3708 (Room 307 Armory)
Mobile: 217 649-4810

Position in RI

The Licensing Resource Group is a leading, full-service trademark licensing and brand management company with over 150 partners across the country. Our entrepreneurial spirit and desire to find new and better methods of protecting and promoting our client’s brands has helped hundreds of colleges, universities, athletic conferences and special properties nationwide achieve greater brand awareness and royalty revenues. From customer service and full account management to creative marketing and merchandising, we infuse spirit, pride and dedication into everything we do.
General Position Description:
Seeking a goal-oriented and motivated University Brand Representative for our Bristol, Rhode Island office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and maintain relationships with partner institutions, licensees, and retailers in local markets - Perform marketplace surveys to maximize opportunities and minimize problems - Research and analyze partners’ licensee base to determine trends and opportunities for growth - Develop and pursue business plans with partners to increase revenue opportunities - Execute local market retail and promotional programs - Work to develop, maintain, and accomplish partner-specific goals/objectives - Develop and maintain relationships with key on-and-off-campus decision makers - Prepare and assist in giving presentations on various licensing topics to partners and prospects - Other duties as assigned by manager
Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred), 3-5 years of hands-on experience, a working knowledge of college athletics, a strong desire to work in the collegiate sports industry, and impeccable organizational, interpersonal, creative, computer, client service and communications skills.
High-energy, detail-oriented and team-playing candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, salary requirements and three (3) letters of reference to:
Rick Merriam
Licensing Resource Group
495 Hope Street, Suite 5
Bristol, RI 02809 E-mail to rickm@lrgusa.com
No phone calls please. LRG offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Evening and weekend hours are necessary. Frequent travel is required (expenses paid). Visit www.lrgusa.com to learn more about our company and industry.