(20%) Oversight of event management and the gameday experience for the department. This position will be responsible for creating a dynamic gameday environment for home events. Constructing an enjoyable and memorable game day experience at athletic events by working collaboratively with the marching/pep band, student group’s spirit squad, alumni association, game operations crew, etc. Providing coordination and implementation of technology including video production services and design during events. Ensuring that all UMD athletic facilities have the necessary equipment to fulfill the event management needs. Managing all external game day event workers which includes coordinating with professional staff (score keeper, clock, public address announcer, ect) and officials/referees. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, planning, assisting in the budgeting process, and in developing and implementing the goals and objectives of the Athletic Department as it relates to event experiences.

(10%) This position assists the revenue generation of soliciting and selling of corporate partnerships through detailed marketing and creative solutions and other special Bulldog athletic events. Manage the department’s internal and external events such as the Bulldog athletics Hall of Fame banquet and student-athlete year end awards banquet. Understanding the strategic goals and objectives of the department. Deliver on individual and team revenue goals through the selling and creation of marketing packages using traditional, digital and other non-traditional marketing channels to meet client’s objectives. Develop and maintain strong, lasting relationships with both current and potential corporate sponsors.