Position assists the Marketing Department with the planning and implementation of giveaways, promotions, special events and advertising.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Write and edit live Marketing scripts daily to be read in-stadium and on radio and television broadcasts for all games.
Assist with giveaway volunteer program preparation and event day logistics
Complete department giveaway distribution
Organize and maintain accurate inventory database for all giveaway items
Assist with event planning, set-up and production for all Marketing special events, including Salute to the Negro Leagues, Big Slick Celebrity Classic, Girls Night Out, Fan Appreciation Day, etc.
Take the lead on a few select marketing special events, handling logistics.
Be the event point of contact for outside vendors during reoccurring events
Assist with the execution of the Blue Crew Kids Club.
Manage all mailing requests, including pocket schedules and fan packs via phone, internet and email.
Work with the Royals Box Office to complete comp ticket requests and to update Marketing collateral in box office windows.
Be involved in meetings and projects with the Royals advertising agency.
Type up creative requests for the team’s graphic designer for needed elements
Compile and organize industry research relating to advertising, special events and giveaways.
Complete research to help develop and plan the following year’s promotional calendar and Blue Crew Kids Club
Other administrative duties as assigned by the Marketing department
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree study in a related program
Familiar with Microsoft Applications
Strong interpersonal, organization and customer service skills
Attention to detail
Effective written and oral communication skills
Position requires attendance at most Royals home games
Possess a professional and positive attitude
Ability to work in outside elements including heat, rain, cold and snow
Required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances and lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
Available to work 35 hours weekly including some holidays, evenings and weekends
Applicants must be available to commit to the full duration of the internship, from early-March through the entire season.