The primary role of the Senior Brand Ambassador Intern is to serve as a dynamic representative of the Purdue Convocations brand to Purdue campus and Greater Lafayette communities and serve as a marketing liaison for the marketing team. The goal of this position is to give students valuable real-world experience in a professional performing arts marketing environment. The Senior Brand Ambassador position should work an average of 15 hours per week during the Fall and Spring semesters. Class schedule must be provided and some evenings and weekends may be required, at the discretion of the direct supervisor. The Senior Brand Ambassador Intern must be reliable, organized, responsible, and flexible. They must also be ambitious, detail-oriented, creative, and driven.  

Prerequisite(s) 

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in marketing, management, communication, journalism, public relations or related field. A US or Canadian driver's license and reliable transportation is required. 

Qualifications 

High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of one semester of college coursework completed 

Must possess a valid US or Canadian driver's license 

Must be actively enrolled at Purdue University, Purdue Global or a local accredited college. 

Previous work experience within marketing, management, or communication preferred. 

Coursework in marketing, management, communication, journalism, public relations, consumer sciences, or other related field 

General knowledge of Purdue University, the performing arts, and social media best practices preferred 

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written 

Flexible and dependable with a strong attention to detail 

Problem solving, logic and reasoning skills 

Customer service oriented 

Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines 

Ability to work independently and with a team 

Be timely and organized 

Position Responsibilities 

Represent Convos as a brand ambassador to the Purdue West Lafayette campus and Greater Lafayette communities 

Deliver marketing materials (posters, brochures, etc.) throughout campus and Greater Lafayette, as needed. 

Assist Marketing team with development and execution of marketing campaigns, event promotions, and student group sales 

Identify Purdue campus student organizations and Purdue campus units that could be strategic partners for group sales 

Attend in-person performances and events, as needed 

Exhibit friendliness, diplomacy, and tact in responding to patrons and community partners 

Be adaptable to dynamically changing situations and prioritize responsibilities while continuing to provide the highest level of customer service 

Maintain confidentiality and exhibit professional conduct when handling sensitive information  

Serve and participate on committees within the division to provide feedback from a student perspective 

Present ideas to leadership, as identified 

Responsible for all scheduled shifts (based on class/exam schedules for the semester) 

Attend marketing staff meetings to gain and/or share pertinent information, as needed. 

Other duties as assigned