I Wanna Work in Sports: Now What?

MKT 3865

Dr. Don Roy

Resources

• Books

• Web Sites

• Events

• Grad Schools

Books

Web Sites

Work in Sports

Professional Baseball Employment Opportunities

nacda.com

Team Work Online

Social Media

Twitter Hashtags to Follow

#sportsbiz #sponsorship

#smsports

#smsportschat #sportjc

#sbchat

Events

• Ohio University Sports Business Forum

• Sport Sales Combine

• Mount Union Sports Sales Workshop & Job Fair

• Sport Entertainment & Venues of Tomorrow Conference

• PBEO Job Fair

• Team-sponsored sports career events

Grad Schools

Business-Based:• University of Oregon• Florida Atlantic University• Ohio University

Non-Business Based:• Belmont University• MTSU

The Best Advice

• Which would you recommend to someone starting out- Look for a job you want or take any job you can find?

“I would look for the very best boss. Find someone who will take an interest in you and in your ability to learn and experience the business. Working with, or for, someone who challenges you to be better, supports your growth and celebrates your achievements is far more important than the logo or the title on your card.”

- Kathy Carter, Soccer United Marketing

• Besides taking certain courses and completing a formal internship, what other experiences are valuable for me to obtain with an eye towards getting a sports marketing job?

“Be a veracious learner – never stop educating yourself. Publications like the Sports Business Journal have a wealth of information about the business of sports. Participate in webinars; attend as many industry events as you can, ask for informational interviews. This is the best way to prepare for a career in sports marketing. It’s not just about being a sports fan. It’s about being a sports business fan.”

- Rob Farinella, Blue Sky Agency

The Best Advice

The Timeless Advice

1. Network (face-to-face, LinkedIn, Twitter)

2. Gain experience (volunteering, internships)

3. DON’T GIVE UP!

Follow your red rubber ball…

And let it lead you to achieve success.