Promotions Assistant

Promotions Assistant

Work within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation Department. Flexible schedule variable. Work may include irregular schedule of 3 to 35 hours per week, evenings and weekends required. Support fan engagement on game nights, greet fans, hand out promotional items, plan and execute half‑time entertainment, support Calvin the Cougar mascot, and support weekly promotional activities leading up to games.

• Attend all home games for designated sport(s).
• Attend campus events as required.
• Engage with fans and hand out promotional materials.
• Lead in‑game promotions in front of large crowds.
• Distribute swag and merchandise.
• Plan and execute half‑time entertainment, including greeting entertainment and ensuring the program begins and ends on time.
• On‑site coordination of Name Your Game and Youth Fan Experience teams.
• Make recommendations on improvements to the game night experience.
• Spot Calvin the Cougar as required.
• Pre‑game set‑up and post‑game tear‑down of all promotional items.
• Assist with social media (primarily Instagram) posts to promote events and departmental promotions prior to and on game day.
• Assist the admissions team as needed, specifically on busy nights.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable and clear speaking into a microphone in front of large crowds.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Passion for engaging fans and supporting varsity sports teams.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to adhere to instructions and adapt plans with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of sports considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of social media best practices, specific to Instagram.
• Experience speaking in front of large crowds considered an asset.

$15.45 – $19.44 per hour.

Location:

MRU Main Campus – Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA.