Who are we:
A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we’re looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast-paced world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.

Who are you:
An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging, and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you’re committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you’d be shocked if guests weren’t positively impacted by their interactions with you.

The Atlanta Hawks are seeking current local college student(s) to serve as brand ambassadors on campus and at grassroots marketing events around their community. The Atlanta Hawks College Ambassadors will be responsible for organically ingraining the Atlanta Hawks and their affiliate team, College Park Skyhawks’ image on campus by promoting upcoming games, hosting different events, and special offers to the student body. The goal of a Hawks brand ambassador is to excite students in new and unique ways while increasing ticketing and revenue initiatives at the colligate level. Apply now to be a part of the '24-'25 class of Hawks College Ambassadors and jump-start your career in sports!

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Hawks front office staff to develop ways to integrate the Hawks brand into big events and happenings taking place on your campus.
Identify and build relationships with key student groups on campus that would be interested in bringing their groups to Hawks & Skyhawks games.
Always represent the Hawks brand on campus, consistently acting professionally and being courteous to fellow students, campus administrators, and local community leaders.
Become a credible brand expert: know our team and our product offerings.
Work directly with Hawks Groups Sales Consultants to identify new or untapped advertising and sales opportunities on and around campus.
Promote the Atlanta Hawks and College Park Skyhawks on campus by wearing team-issued apparel and using provided marketing collateral to spread the word and create buzz around special events and promotions.
Build brand awareness via social network sharing of relevant Atlanta Hawks and College Park Skyhawks content.
Create weekly reports to send to Hawks front office staff. Reports may include: providing a summary of your communication with sales/advertising prospects, event/promotion recaps, general market analysis for your campus, timesheets, and suggestions for future Hawks-related sales and marketing opportunities on campus.

Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled in a college or university that is located within a 100-mile radius of Atlanta.
Business (sales, marketing, sport management, communications) major preferred. Passion for sports and knowledge of the Hawks and NBA preferred.
Must have reliable transportation to attend meetings at Hawks offices in downtown Atlanta.
Ability to work an average of 6 hours per week, plus attend various events (as needed) both on campus and in Atlanta.
Able to work both independently and in a team environment. Most of your time will be spent on campus, but collaboration and knowledge sharing with other Hawks brand ambassadors will be key to the success of the program.
Self-motivated and well-organized. Must be able to handle multiple projects/tasks at the same time without daily and direct supervision.
Social chameleon- can work and interact with a variety of groups and organizations on campus.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifying Institutions:

Auburn University (Auburn, AL)
Clark Atlanta University (Atlanta, GA)
Emory University (Atlanta, GA)
Georgia State University (Atlanta, GA)
Georgia Tech (Atlanta, GA)
Kennesaw State University (Kennesaw, GA)
Mercer University (Macon, GA)
Morehouse College (Atlanta, GA)
Spelman College (Atlanta, GA)
University of Georgia (Athens, GA)
University of West Georgia (Carrolton, GA

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.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!