The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts, technology, and international business, USC is also one of the largest private employers in the City of Los Angeles. We are searching for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: Developing individuals and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university what it is.

World-renowned for its unparalleled combination of academic and athletic prowess, USC has a storied history of collegiate and Olympic success. USC teams have won 133 national championships, establishing the standard of excellence upon which the athletics program is built. The Women of Troy have claimed 90 individual NCAA crowns while USC’s 327 men’s individual NCAA titles are more than any other university. The USC football program, which competes in the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, has won 11 national championships, competed in 34 Rose Bowls with 25 wins, and produced 516 NFL Draft Picks, including five first overall selections. USC is the leader among U.S. universities for most all-time Olympians, medalists, and gold medalists. USC’s 326 all-time Summer Olympics medals would tie for 12th most among all countries, while its 153 gold medals would be 11th most.

The vision of the USC Department of Athletics is to be the most student-athlete centered athletics program in the country. USC Athletics is committed to serving and empowering its student-athletes by providing the support, resources, and environment for student-athletes to pursue a world-class education; engage in a meaningful and fulfilling college experience; transform into the best versions of themselves; compete for championships; and prepare to thrive after USC. A member of the Pac-12 Conference and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation, USC is proud to support nine men`s (baseball, basketball, football, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo,) and 12 women`s (basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo) teams across 12 athletics venues.

JOB DESCRIPTION

USC Athletics is looking to hire a Director of Marketing to join our staff and student community of 600+ individuals. This role is responsible for managing and coordinating marketing and promotional efforts for USC Athletics sports, with a concentration on beach volleyball, women’s volleyball, men’s volleyball, and other Olympic sports, with secondary responsibilities for Men’s Basketball on-court promotions and activations for home games.

Additional requirements include overseeing all marketing and membership goals and execution of the Trojan Fever Rewards program for USC Students, creating and executing student marketing efforts, specifically at Men’s Basketball, and serving as the lead liaison for campus spirit groups and programs.

Reporting directly to the Associate Athletic Director for Marketing the Director of Marketing will work in collaboration with the department’s external team, sports programs, and other units within the Athletics department. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated collegiate sports marketing experience and an ability to design and implement marketing plans for sports and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously. Knowledge of and experience working in higher education is preferred. Understanding of the unique culture and needs of college athletes is preferred.

This position serves a diverse student and staff population and must demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for historically under-served populations, and is expected to contribute to the program’s diversity, inclusion, and equity efforts. USC Athletics is committed to increasing diversity in its staff and welcomes applications from persons of all backgrounds, ethnicities, races, genders, and sexual orientations.

This is an exempt position and some work in the evenings and on weekends is expected.

Roles and responsibilities to include:

• The position manages and coordinates marketing and promotional efforts for USC Athletics sports, with a concentration on beach volleyball, women’s volleyball, and men’s volleyball and aquatic sports, with secondary responsibilities for Men’s Basketball on-court promotions and activations for home games.
• Oversees, coordinates, and manages all marketing, fan experience, digital and traditional advertising, and promotional efforts for volleyball teams
• Overall marketing and advertising of USC Athletics.
• Season ticket campaigns as well as the coordination/implementation of promotions and events surrounding revenue sports.
• Developing and executing fan engagement efforts with an emphasis on growing the fan base
• Promotional initiatives that educate, inspire, and engage external audiences
• Promotes an environment that fosters inclusive relationships and creates unbiased opportunities for contributions through ideas, words, and actions that uphold the principles of the USC Code of Ethics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
• FOOTBALL & MEN’S BASKETBALL SUPPORT
  • Serves as an integral part of Football & Men’s Basketball planning
  • Lead gameday activations with a team of interns
  • Supports Game Day producer on sponsored content ideation and execution
• STUDENT MARKETING: TROJAN FEVER REWARDS
  • Oversee and manage all marketing and membership goals and execution of Trojan Fever Rewards program for USC Students.
  • Create and execute all student marketing efforts, specifically in Men’s Basketball.
  • Lead liaison for campus spirit groups and program

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in a collegiate athletics marketing or comparable environment
• Experience activating campus student initiatives and loyalty programs
• Demonstrated sports marketing experience; Experience with the sports of basketball, volleyball, and/or other Olympic sports ideal
• Ability to design and implement marketing plans for sports and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in basic office support software (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Graphic design experience with, Photoshop, InDesign, and traditional graphic design software
• Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
• Experience working in higher education and/or a sports related field ideal.

To Apply

All candidates must submit a (1) resume or curriculum vitae, (2) and cover letter explaining the candidate’s interest in working at USC, qualifications for the position, impact the candidate would make on the department of athletics and how the candidate would contribute to the department`s goal of promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in higher education and sport. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. All USC employees will undergo reference checking and background screening prior to hire.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at [email protected] Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

Minimum Education: Bachelor`s degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 3 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Thorough knowledge of marketing and business management. Knowledge of the principles, practices, concepts and methodology of marketing. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.