Event Promotions Assistant Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Promotions Assistant- Sports

Department: Promotions

Reporting To: Portland Promotions Director

Employment Type: Part Time

Location(s): Portland

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Overview:

Audacy Portland is currently looking for a Part-Time Promotions Assistant for our sports stations. The main objectives of which are to promote a positive station image, remain engaging and maintain a positive attitude while in consumer-facing and co-worker interactions.

We are always searching for talented individuals who are passionate about joining our dynamic team. This is an evergreen job posting, which we refresh approximately every 90 days to maintain an active pool of candidates. While we may not have an immediate opening, we continuously build connections with professionals interested in future opportunities. By submitting your application, you'll become part of our talent community. We will reach out directly to explore the fit. We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application!

What You'll Do:

• Execute assigned on-site appearances (remotes), promotional activities and special projects; assist in all aspects of on-site appearances including vehicles and equipment (setup/breakdown), prizes/giveaways, signage.
• Assist promotions and sales staff with station promotional activity inside and outside the station.
• Be in charge of executing on-location station/client activations and promotions to a degree that will increase audience interaction and engagement.
• Work closely with Programming and Creative Departments to ensure station positioning/branding is reflected in all appearances
• Serve as a Brand Ambassador during appearances for the format represented. This will include taking brand-focused photos, post on all social media platforms, interact with guests onsite and serving as a conduit to assist talent as needed
• Distribute station and client promotional items in accordance with terms set by Audacy Management
• Promote a positive station image at all times
• Act as liaison between programming and sales in the management of client expectations for appearances
• Other marketing/ promotional department duties as assigned by the manager.
• Occasionally execute contesting, website updates, and contest winner communications while the Promotions Director is away

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for prolonged periods, with reasonable accommodations provided as necessary.
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds, such as office equipment, documents, and presentation materials.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond effectively to stakeholders, manage presentations, and participate in meetings.

Required & Preferred:

• Must have a positive attitude and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work various hours including nights and weekends
• First-rate organizational skills are a must to succeed in this position
• Strong communication skills and troubleshooting ability a must
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and multi-task, but take direction well
• Experience using Google workspace and social media platforms
• A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.
• A valid commercial driver's license is beneficial but not required

Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter - delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.