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Communication, creative services, video production, graphic design, social media and fundraising experience is recommended.

Job Duties may include: 1)Video Production & Creative Services - assist in producing the creative and visual storytelling direction for Mustang Athletics as well as help push the SMSU brand forward.

A)Primary contact for all streamed and live broadcasts for home sporting events.

B)Primary content creator for all video content produced by the Mustang Athletics Department, including social videos, promotional videos, live events, and long-themed features.

C)Leads efforts on all Daktronics electronic media hardware, including courtside LED signage and video boards.

D)Filming and editing with green screen and creative services projects.

2)Game Management – work with athletic staff to conduct all event management needs for our 19 sports plus high school events.

A)Assist with hiring workers for events

B)Set up equipment to run events (scoreboards, chairs, etc.)

C)Supervise workers during events

D)Tear down equipment at end of events

3)Marketing and Promotions – Work with Athletic Development Officer, Director of Marketing and Promotions and Athletic Administration on all marketing and fund-raising activities

A)Assist with planning promotional activities for home athletic events

B)Administer game day promotions

C)Assist Athletic Development Officer with fund-raising activities and community engagement events

4)Mustang App Management

A)Promote and Market Mustang App

B)Set up “game day” deals in App system and manage game day promotions

C)Work with App sponsors on deals/offers & special “in store” events

D)Run sponsor reporting and statistics

Qualifications include acceptance into graduate school, enrolling in a minimum of six credits per semester, and candidate must meet the Minnesota State vehicle driving qualifications. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in college athletics The stipend is $8,000 plus 18 credit hours of tuition waiver per year. Candidate review begins immediately and continues until filled. Send letter of application, resume, and references to Kelly Loft, Assistant Athletic Director - Communications/Marketing, Southwest Minnesota State University, 1501 State Street, Marshall, MN 56258 or e-mail to kelly.loft@smsu.edu. AA/EOE