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***Candidates must already live in Chicagoland***The Marketing & Operations Intern will assist with driving fan acquisition. They will have exposure to and participate in our sales & marketing plan, in-person promotions, and group ticket sales. They will be responsible for ensuring Chicago Union fans have memorable game day experiences along with compelling entertainment and merchandise. They will support the team on away game road trips by coordinating and managing travel logistics. To campaign for the organization and sport, this person will engage with and form relationships with the local community, sponsors, and partners. This person will report to the Marketing & Operations Manager and have regular access directly to Chicago Union ownership, advisory board, and team captains/coaches.

Roles & Responsibilities

Sales & MarketingSource and contact businesses, organizations, and community groups for Group Ticket sales and SponsorshipsGenerate content in various forms: written articles and email copy, supporting images with graphics, clip and format highlights for social media, player interviews and other video contentEngage with digital marketing team and internship programsGenerate and execute promotional ideas to drive ticket and merchandise salesLiaise with UFA Marketing leadership & staffAttend and manage In-person Promotions (Youth Events, Stadium, Local leagues, Pickup, City Events, Sponsors, etc.) throughout the yearSponsors

During offseason, source and contact Sponsor targets, have follow-up conversations, and negotiate agreements for the seasonEnsure fulfillment of Sponsorship agreements and report to Sponsors on performanceGameday & Ultimate Events

Assist Gameday Manager with logistics on all gamedays, including setup, training, and pack outDetermine Gameday staffing needs, source staff, and ensure coverage on Gameday including operations, ticketing, entertainment, and medicalPlan gameday logistics including gameday scripts, stadium setup, ticketing, merchandise, etc.Oversee planning and execution of other events, including winter tournaments, tryouts, and Union training camp weekendSource and manage printed materials and signageLiaise with stadium partners and all vendorsYouth Camps & Clinics

Communicate with area park districts and schedule summer camps and clinicsRecruit, train, and schedule coaches for programmingExecute marketing plan for Youth eventsTeam Support

Coordinate player availability and plan travel logistics for away games including booking travel, hotels, and transportation for players, coaches, and staffTravel with team on all away game road trips (6 per season), managing travel logistics, liaising with opponents, and planning meals and accommodationsManage field reservations for practices (March-August)Meet with captains and coaches on a weekly basisMerchandise

Evaluate and recommend annual merchandise productsSource, design, determine quantities, and order merchandiseFulfill orders and maintain inventory via Shopify throughout the yearProvide customer service, tracking, and reportingAdministration

Coordinate with Chicago Union ownership group and advisory board during weekly meetings and quarterly reviewsSource and make purchases based on agreed upon budgets and plansManage sponsor and vendor agreementsLiaise with League and other division teamsBased on Annual Schedule:

Preseason (January - April)

Season (May - August)

Offseason (September - December)

Details:

Primarily Work from HomeMust reside in ChicagolandGreatest workload during the Preseason and SeasonLighter workload in the OffseasonFlexible weekly work schedule based on team schedule and eventsWill include weekends and some evenings / early morningsIn-person presence required for all games and local events during the Preseason and SeasonTravel required to away games during the Season and other Preseason and Offseason eventsCompensation

The Marketing & Operations Intern is an unpaid internship position and can fulfill course credit. Weekly hours will vary based on the time of the year (Preseason, Season, Offseason) and can be flexible around class scheduling. Commission is also possible based on Ticket Sales.EducationMajor in Sport Marketing or Sports Management preferredGraduate students and MBA candidates preferredExperience

PreferredEvent ManagementManagement & LeadershipTeam Sport AthleteSkills

RequiredVerbal and written communicationsWord processing, spreadsheets, and online toolsReliable transportation year roundAmple storage to house inventoryPreferred

CopywritingEmail Marketing (Mailchimp, Hubspot)E-commerce (Shopify)Organic Social Media (Hootsuite, Buffer)Nice to Have

Paid Social Media (Facebook Ad Manager)Graphic Design (Canva, Photoshop)Video editing (Filmora)Photo editingQuickbooks OnlineBusiness AnalyticsPersonal CharacteristicsReliable and AccountableFriendly, Energetic, and Hospitality FocusedAttention to Detail and Well OrganizedOutgoing, Enthusiastic, and EngagingEntrepreneurial and Ambitious

Job Types: Part-time, Internship

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Evanston, IL 60208

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:How many years of sports sponsorship and/or ticket sales experience do you have?How many hours each week are you available to work?When are you available to start working?Why do you want to work for the Chicago Union?What city do you live in? If Chicago, what neighborhood/zip code?Yes/No: I played ultimate frisbee regularly (competitive or pick-up) for at least one year outside of schoolRecommended: Please upload a 30-45 second video of yourself with your elevator pitch, and share the link below.