Job Description

Overview

Fuel the growth of Auburn Athletics through strategic, high-value premium partnerships!

The Associate Director of Premium Sales is responsible for driving significant revenue growth through the strategic sale of premium seating and hospitality offerings for Auburn Athletics. This position will proactively identify, cultivate, and solicit high-value prospects while delivering a best-in-class experience throughout the sales process. This role will serve as a key contributor to premium revenue strategy and collaborate across Athletics Development, Ticket Operations, and external partners to support the long-term financial success of Auburn Athletics.

This role is a limited‑term, three‑year assignment with an anticipated end date of August 2029. Continuation beyond that date will depend on funding availability and project needs.

 

Responsibilities

• Generates premium seating revenue through proactive prospecting, relationship building, and strategic outbound sales efforts.
• Oversees the full sales lifecycle from lead generation through contract execution, including presentations, venue tours, and personalized proposals.
• Develops and maintains a robust pipeline of qualified prospects while consistently meeting or exceeding established revenue goals.
• Cultivates relationships with high-capacity donors, alumni, corporate partners, and community leaders.
• Partners with Athletics Development to identify opportunities for philanthropic engagement and long-term donor growth.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to inform pricing strategies, inventory utilization, and product positioning.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of prospect activity and sales performance within the department’s CRM system.
• Provides a high-touch service model to premium clients to support onboarding, engagement, and retention.
• Assists with premium hospitality and game day engagement efforts to strengthen client relationships.
• Represents Tigers Unlimited and Auburn Athletics at cultivation events, networking functions, and select athletics events.
• Stays informed on industry trends and marketplace dynamics to enhance sales strategy and competitiveness.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 3 years of experience in experience in premium sales, ticket sales, and/or fundraising.

Desired Qualifications:

• Preferably in collegiate athletics, professional sports, or a related revenue generating environment.

 

Contract Type

Limited Term

 

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Apply here!

Equal Opportunity Compliance StatementIt is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

Job Description

Overview

Power the ticketing experience for concerts and special events with Auburn Athletics!

We are seeking an Assistant or Associate Director of Concerts & Special Events Ticketing to provide comprehensive ticketing and event services for concerts and non-athletic events hosted within Auburn Athletics facilities. This position serves as the primary ticketing contact for assigned promoters and clients and manages event ticketing operations from initial setup through event settlement. The Assistant Director supports revenue generation efforts while ensuring exceptional customer service, operational efficiency, and compliance with University, SEC, NCAA, and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary ticketing contact for promoters and clients hosting concerts and special events within Auburn Athletics facilities.
• Assists and manages event setup and maintenance within the ticketing system, including inventory, pricing structures, offers, promotions, and ticket programs.
• Provides venue-specific ticketing information including seating configurations, ticketing requirements, and revenue projections.
• Serves as Ticketing Manager on Duty for assigned concerts and special events, overseeing day-of-show ticketing and box office operations.
• Assists with customer service escalations, ticketing issues, and operational troubleshooting before, during, and after events.
• Assists with event settlements, financial reconciliations, promoter reporting, and post-event analysis.
• Supports ticket sales and revenue-generating initiatives through pricing strategies, promotions, and sales campaigns.
• Collaborates with Auburn Athletics external units, including Marketing, Special Events, Event Operations, Sales & Retention, and Tigers Unlimited, to ensure successful event execution.
• Assists in training and scheduling temporary box office staff, student employees, and event workers.
• Assists with football ticket operations, Neville Arena Box Office operations on football gamedays, and other athletic ticketing responsibilities as assigned while ensuring compliance with all University, SEC, NCAA, and state regulations.

Qualifications

Assistant Director Level:

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in ticketing operations, event or entertainment operations, venue operations, customer service, sales operations, athletics administration, or a related field.

OR

• Master's degree 

Associate Director Level:

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in ticketing operations, event or entertainment operations, venue operations, customer service, sales operations, athletics administration, or a related field

OR

• Master's Degree and 3 years of experience in ticketing operations, event or entertainment operations, venue operations, customer service, sales operations, athletics administration, or a related field.

Contract Type
Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Apply here!

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

Job Description

Overview

Be part of the energy behind Auburn Athletics—where every connection counts and every gameday experience matters!

As a key member of the Ticket Sales and Retention team, you’ll build meaningful relationships with donors, faculty, staff, students, and fans while delivering first-class service at every touchpoint. In this role, you’ll drive revenue by promoting a full portfolio of ticket plans and experiences, working in alignment with the ticket priority system and Tigers Unlimited to enhance engagement and loyalty across the Auburn family.

 

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily outbound calls to prospects for full season, mini plans, group, and single game tickets for football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, and gymnastics and makes follow-up calls to ticket holders who communicate concerns and issues they've experienced.
• Calls current and previous ticket buyers to execute renewal plans and strategies and cold-call new leads to generate sales.
• Cultivates current and past groups and new prospects to generate sales.
• Contacts area businesses, youth organizations, and other large groups to promote the group ticket program.
• Works all home football game days and other athletic home events as determined by the Director of Ticket Operations and Assistant Athletics Director for Ticketing to service ticket buyers.
• Achieves and exceeds weekly, monthly, and annual sales goals by performing daily outbound calls and setting face-to-face meetings and tours.
• Provides superior customer service to prospects, ticket buyers, and donors throughout the season while maintaining an account list of ticket holders to ensure high customer satisfaction and retention rates.
• Develops relationships across the department within all Auburn Athletics external units and Tigers Unlimited Foundation.
• Works closely with the Director of Ticket Operations to create new revenue-generating ideas.
• The job requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evening hours. May need the ability to travel as needed to complete job duties and responsibilities.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 1 year of experience in ticket sales or customer service experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in intercollegiate or professional sports ticket sales is desired.

 

Contract Type

Continuing

 

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Apply here!

Equal Opportunity Compliance StatementIt is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

Job Description

Overview

Shape the Story. Elevate Auburn Athletics.

Auburn Athletics is excited to begin the search for an Assistant Director/Associate Director, Athletics Communications! This role will lead communications strategy for an assigned Auburn Athletics sport(s), taking the reins on media relations, messaging, editorial content, and high-visibility communications initiatives. As a trusted advisor to coaches and sport leadership, you’ll develop and execute strategies that elevate the program, amplify its student-athletes and coaches, and connect Auburn’s story with fans, media, and the broader community.

 

Responsibilities

• Independently manages communications operations for assigned sport(s), including high-volume, high-visibility, or otherwise complex coverage responsibilities.
• Serves as the lead communications strategist for assigned sport(s), determining coverage priorities, messaging approach, and media relations strategy.
• Advises coaches and sport leadership on media strategy, interview preparation, and sensitive communications matters; escalates issues appropriately.
• Produces and oversees major editorial and reference materials, such as season guides, feature packages, award submissions, and comprehensive notes, with minimal review.
• Oversees media operations for assigned sport(s), including interview coordination, press accommodations, credentialing oversight, and postgame communications.
• Promotes student-athletes, coaches, and programs for conference and national recognition through proactive media outreach and award nominations.
• Trains and mentors student assistants and less-experienced staff on communications processes, quality standards, and operational expectations.
• Collaborates with creative, digital, marketing, and broadcast partners to align messaging and enhance visibility for assigned sport(s).
• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

 

Qualifications

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications I

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications II

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• 2 years of experience in public relations, media relations, and/or communications services.

Associate Director, Athletic Communications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• 4 years of experience in public relations, media relations, and/or communications services.

 

Contract Type

Continuing

 

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Apply here!

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

Job Description

Overview

Bring the Auburn Experience to Life!

We're looking for an Athletics Audio Visual Coordinator to power the sound, video, and live production behind Auburn Athletics' biggest gamedays and special events. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love bringing live events to life, this is your opportunity to make an impact across one of the SEC's premier athletics programs.

In this role, you'll provide and oversee audiovisual support for Auburn Athletics events, ensuring seamless, high-quality production both inside and outside of athletics venues.

 

Responsibilities

• Provides AV assistance on Auburn-Athletics game days within Auburn Athletics’ venues.
• Oversees and operates AV systems for Athletics’ special events, including: Audio: Manages microphones, audio boards, cable systems, and speaker setups for optimal sound quality. Video: Set up and operate cameras and related equipment. Streaming: Ensure reliable live-streaming capabilities for events.
• Leads and coordinates event-day on-site AV team members, ensuring efficient execution. Provides support for scheduling of AV team members for events.
• Prepares for upcoming event-day projects by attending site visits and preparatory meetings leading up to the event.
• Manages inventory, storage, repair, and preventative maintenance of AV equipment.
• Contributes to budgeting, procurement, and vendor relationships related to AV equipment and services.
• Trains and supervises students, temporary employees (TES), and contracted staff for event operations.
• Ensures AV systems comply with safety standards and university policies.
• Stays current on AV technology trends, recommending enhancements to improve venue and off-site audio and video quality.
• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position will be required to work nights and weekends for events.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of experience OR
• Associate's Degree or vocational certificate plus 3 years of experience OR
• High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of experience

Scope of Experience: Experience in the operation or installation of permanent or event-based audio-video equipment, broadcast television, multimedia content, AV production, or IT client service.

 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in athletics, live event production, or in-venue AV operations is preferred.

 

Contract Type

Continuing

 

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Apply here!

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.