Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Marketing
Type
Full-Time
Location
Villanova, PA
Salary
$75,000 - $82,000

Director of Marketing, Athletics

Villanova UniversityFull-TimeVillanova, PA

Strategic Marketing & Branding:

  • Develop and direct the implementation of a strategic branding and marketing campaign for the Athletics Department.

  • Enhance ticket sales and attendance at events.

  • Maximize the reach of Villanova Athletics, Villanova Sports Network, and the Villanova Athletic Fund.

  • Maintain relations with media partners; determine appropriate promotional and public relations campaigns.

  • Create, develop, and implement plans aimed at generating publicity, fan engagement, and revenue for Women’s Basketball and Football.

Event & Game Day Marketing:

  • Direct in-game marketing efforts to maximize fan engagement and game-day atmosphere for Women’s Basketball and Football.

  • Assist with in-game promotions at Men’s Basketball home games.

  • Oversee Villanova Cheer and Mascot Program.

  • Manage relationships with the University Band and Dance Teams, including their performances at Athletics events.


Social Media & Digital Marketing:

  • Oversee marketing and social media management of select Olympic Sports.

  • Collaborate with Playfly and the Villanova Athletic Fund in promoting sponsor and donor-related events.


Alumni Relations & Special Events:

  • Work closely with alumni in planning activities and programs, especially those tied to major campus functions and postseason events.

  • Assist with planning and directing select special Athletic Department events.


Internship Program Management:

  • Assist with management of post-graduate and undergraduate marketing internship program.