Athletics Marketing Assistant

Job Description:

The Athletics Marketing Assistant will assist in the development, coordination and execution of marketing plans for assigned varsity sports to drive attendance and revenue. This position is expected to be at all home events for their respective assigned sports.

Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).

Major Tasks

• Assist in the development and coordination of marketing plans for assigned sports and to generate attendance and revenue for the Division of Athletics & Recreation.

• Assist in event marketing, planning and implementation.

• Develop game-day promotions. Assist with preparation of game-day public address scripts and execution of in-game promotions. Assist with planning and coordinating outside group attendance at athletic events.

• Assist in the creation and development of in game video board content. Adobe software experience preferred.

• Coordinate appearances by Bruno (mascot) at Athletics events, campus events, and at marketing events in the community.

• Assist in traditional marketing initiatives including social media, email and grassroots efforts. Capture and create content/messaging for these initiatives.

• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced environment

• Willingness to learn the basic rules of sporting events

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Weekday afternoon/evening and weekend availability

• A team-oriented mindset

• A desire to learn

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Background Check – Criminal, Education

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-20

Job Posting Title:

Athletics Marketing Assistant

Department:

Athletics and Recreation

Grade:

Grade 5

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.