Manager, Game Day Promotions & Programming (54079)

The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and creative thinker to fill the role of Manager, Game Day Promotions & Programming.  The Manager, Game Day Promotions & Programming will help create the team’s annual promotional schedule with the goal of increasing ticket revenue, driving overall attendance, and enhancing the fan experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Collaborate with the Vice President/ Communications and the entire staff to develop, schedule, and execute promotional and theme nights throughout the season.
 

·        Work with various departments to coordinate all elements of promotions including videos, music, graphics, food, tickets, and marketing.
 

·        Schedule and book entertainments acts…bands, character appearances, etc.
 

·        Work with MiLB/ MLB to ensure promotions adhere to MiLB/ MLB policies.
 

·        Create and coordinate the execution of in-game promotional events 
 

·        Reach out to local groups to add elements to community events and promotions
 

·        Work with the sales team to provide them with sellable promotional inventory.
 

·        Ordering and coordination of promotional items including giveaways, jerseys, theme night supplies, etc.
 

·        Assist in maintaining internal documents including the Homestand Rundown & Promotional Schedule. 
 

·        Assist in maintaining the team website with the latest promotional information
 

·        Attend MiLB meetings regarding league wide promotions and implementing events into our schedule. There is some travel required of this position. 
 

·        Coordinate National Anthem performers
 

·        Collaborate with the Vice President/ Communications on Email Marketing campaigns including “Know Before You Go”, “Homestand Previews”, and “Win Back”.
 

·        Collaborate on the development and creation of digital marketing campaigns
 

·        Work all Sea Dogs home games and special events at Delta Dental Park. 
 

·        Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
 

·        Bachelor's Degree preferred 
 

·        Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in promotions or related field, experience in Minor League Baseball or sports industry preferred
 

·        Highly organized and detail-oriented
 

·        Strong internal drive and work ethic; willing to go above and beyond to deliver for the organization
 

·        A creative problem solver and strategic thinker
 

·        Excellent communication and presentation skills
 

·        Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 
 

·        Skilled in basic graphic design…Photoshop/ Canva
 

·        Passionate about providing over-the-top customer service experience to clients and fans
 

·        Excellent writing and communication skills