Athletics Marketing and Creative Services Coordinator

Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Summary:

Athletics Marketing and Creative Services Coordinator reports to the Assistant Athletic Director in Communications. This position is responsible for the execution of marketing efforts and promotions on game day.  The position is also responsible for creating content (written, video, and graphic) for MSU Denver Athletics.  This includes the pursuit of and development of new strategies for digital and social communication.  This position will assist in the creation of new media marketing, digital media advertising for MSU Denver Athletics.  In addition, this position will coordinate and assign workers for game day operations. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Implement effective marketing of promotions and events via all communication channels and media. 

• Plan, direct, and execute game day production efforts for men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s soccer, including the creation of game scripts, music/band promotions, video, cheer/mascot, and on-court presentations, while overseeing external fan engagement student interns. 

• Manage event presentation, game experience and sponsorship activation for Roadrunners Athletics, but not limited to, writing scripts and timelines, directing game, creating and managing videoboard content, designing elements as needed, managing game day staff, and building out a complete fan experience in-venue. 

• Work closely with on-campus departments (Student Activities, etc.) to grow the athletics brand and increase school spirit. 

• Coordinate on-campus activation methods to promote upcoming games and increase exposure. 

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Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Summary:

Athletics Marketing and Creative Services Coordinator reports to the Assistant Athletic Director in Communications. This position is responsible for the execution of marketing efforts and promotions on game day.  The position is also responsible for creating content (written, video, and graphic) for MSU Denver Athletics.  This includes the pursuit of and development of new strategies for digital and social communication.  This position will assist in the creation of new media marketing, digital media advertising for MSU Denver Athletics.  In addition, this position will coordinate and assign workers for game day operations. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Implement effective marketing of promotions and events via all communication channels and media. 

• Plan, direct, and execute game day production efforts for men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s soccer, including the creation of game scripts, music/band promotions, video, cheer/mascot, and on-court presentations, while overseeing external fan engagement student interns. 

• Manage event presentation, game experience and sponsorship activation for Roadrunners Athletics, but not limited to, writing scripts and timelines, directing game, creating and managing videoboard content, designing elements as needed, managing game day staff, and building out a complete fan experience in-venue. 

• Work closely with on-campus departments (Student Activities, etc.) to grow the athletics brand and increase school spirit. 

• Coordinate on-campus activation methods to promote upcoming games and increase exposure. 

• Execute the fulfillment of all sponsorship contracts, including arena and stadium signage, public address announcements, in-game promotions, logo recognition and all other components incorporated into a game presentation. 

• Day-to-day management of athletics e-blasts, including newsletters, ticket promotions, week-of emails, etc. 

• Help manage intern program for Athletics including scheduling of grassroots initiatives for the marketing department.  

• Prepare pregame, in-game, and post-game videoboard elements for all home basketball and volleyball games. 

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and adhere to applicable NCAA, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, MSU Denver, and departmental rules and regulations.  Upon notification of any NCAA violation, report the violation and follow applicable procedures for reporting and investigating a violation with the NCAA. 

• Provide assistance to rest of communications teams one game day, which includes video broadcast and sports information. 

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required. 

  

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, graphic design, communications, sport’s management or a related field

• Experience using social media and marketing skills to promote information, a program or event 

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) 

• Must possess organizational skills along with the ability to work under deadlines 

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Master’s degree in marketing, graphic design, communications or sport’s management 

• Experience in intercollegiate athletics 

• Experience using Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premier, InDesign, etc.). 

• Experience in video broadcast and sports information  

 

Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. 

The salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $53,000-$58,000. 

This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.

Instructions to Apply
Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by July 29, 2025.

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:
Resume
Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3 professional references will be required of the finalist. One reference must be a prior supervisor.
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
 

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Sophia J Montano

Posting Representative Email

smontan7@msudenver.edu

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.   

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors.  To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

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