Corporate Sponsorships Assistant

Posted Thursday, October 19, 2023

Virginia Military Institute, an NCAA Division I and Southern Conference member, is seeking candidates for a Corporate Sponsorships Assistant. The selected candidate will report to the Associate Athletic Director for External Operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Assist in managing sales operations, client fulfillment, sales proposals, client interaction, as well as plan sponsor events throughout the year.
• Develop sponsorship sales ideas to pitch to potential prospects.
• Research and identify potential categories and specific companies who would be a good addition to your universities existing sponsors.
• Assist with developing standard and customized proposals and contracts for potential clients.
• Develop and maintain client interaction and relationships with potential and current sponsors.
• Capture screenshots, images, and documentation of sponsor activation to build annual proof of performance reports.
• Create marketing packages with innovative ideas surrounding potential clients.
• Perform any assigned game day responsibilities.

Additional Considerations:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate/graduate program.
• Must have a passion for sales.
• Demonstrate an enthusiastic and outgoing personality.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening).
• Detail oriented, strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Willing to learn and grow as a sales professional.

Candidates can apply at: Corporate Sponsorships Assistant-Job Application

VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. US Armed Services, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322