Marketing Events Intern Opportunity
Marketing Events Intern Opportunity
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Job Description
Position Overview:
This internship offers a unique opportunity for an ambitious individual to support the marketing and event management activities of a fastpaced sports organization. The Marketing and Events Intern will play a key role in assisting with the planning promotion and execution of sports events as well as contributing to ongoing marketing efforts to boost brand visibility and engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Marketing Support
- Assisting in the implementation of specific projects and campaigns designed to promote and strengthen the company’s brand.
- Carrying out tasks such as creating content managing social media platforms launching advertising campaigns or organizing events.
- Every initiative supported should reflect the company’s brand identity including tone style and messaging to maintain a cohesive and recognizable image.
Aligning with the Overall Marketing Strategy:
- Strategic fit: You’ll ensure that every activity you work on fits within the broader marketing strategy which outlines how the brand will grow engage customers and differentiate itself from competitors.
- Focus on priorities: You'll help prioritize initiatives that align with the company's main objectives such as increasing brand awareness driving sales or improving customer engagement.
- Conducting research and keeping the team abreast on the following but not limited to:
- o Competitor trends
o Consumer research
o Market trends
o Experiential marketing
o Areas of opportunity
Collaborative Support:
- Crossteam coordination: You’ll work alongside different departments (sales design content etc.) to ensure the smooth implementation of marketing initiatives.
- Problemsolving: When challenges arise you help troubleshoot and find solutions ensuring that campaigns or projects are delivered on time and on target.
- Feedback loop: Provide input based on customer feedback market trends and data analysis to optimize ongoing and future campaigns.
- Assist in the development and implementation of marketing campaigns to promote sports events and brand initiatives.
- Create and schedule engaging content for social media platforms newsletters and websites to drive audience engagement.
- Support the creation of promotional materials such as flyers brochures press releases and digital ads.
- Assist in managing the organization’s online presence tracking social media metrics and providing insights for improvement.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to conduct market research and analyze audience insights to refine event marketing strategies.
- Help manage email marketing campaigns including drafting scheduling and analyzing performance data.
Event Management Support:
- Provide support in the planning and coordination of sports events tournaments and community initiatives.
- Assist with vendor management including sourcing negotiating and liaising with suppliers for eventrelated services (venues catering equipment etc.).
- Work closely with the events team to ensure the smooth execution of events from preevent logistics to ontheday coordination and postevent evaluation.
- Support in the preparation of event timelines schedules and budgets.
- Help coordinate event registrations manage ticketing platforms and respond to attendee inquiries.
- Assist in managing event sponsorships and partnerships including activation and promotion of sponsor activities.
General Duties
- Contribute to the planning and execution of brand activations and fan engagement activities during sporting events.
- Assist in coordinating with internal departments (PR digital operations) to ensure alignment across all event and marketing activities.
- Attend and participate in team meetings brainstorming sessions and event debriefs to contribute ideas and insights.
- Assist in the preparation of postevent reports with metrics and analysis to measure event success.
- Support with administrative tasks such as maintaining databases creating presentations and organizing promotional inventory.
Qualifications Attributes :
- Degree in Marketing Event Management Sports Management Communications or a related field.
- Strong understanding of event planning and marketing concepts.
- Previous experience ( volunteer or academic) in event management or marketing is advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with an ability to create compelling content and reports.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in MS Office social media platforms and basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g. Canva Photoshop) would be a plus.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- A proactive attitude with strong problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
Why should you apply for this exciting opportunity
1. Gain handson experience in marketing and event management in a highimpact sports environment.
2. Be part of the exciting execution of largescale sports events gaining insights into both the marketing and operational aspects.
3. Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and develop your skills in project management campaign execution and sports marketing.
4. Mentorship and support for professional growth with opportunities for career advancement in the sports industry.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter outlining their interest in the role and relevant experience.
Applications close on the 31st October 2024
Employment Type
Full Time
