Senior Director/Director, Game Presentation - Marketing & Promotions

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Senior Director or Director to lead the strategic vision and planning of the in-venue entertainment experience for Florida Football, Men’s Basketball and Baseball. This role will develop and deliver a best-in-class fan experience ensuring every element of the production aligns with the Florida brand, enhances fan engagement, supports revenue initiatives, and creates memorable moments for Gator Nation. This position is responsible for end-to-end production leadership, including scripting, creative storytelling, show flow management, technology integration, vendor oversight, talent coordination, operational planning, and execution of live game presentation elements across stadium platforms, videoboards, and entertainment. This position requires the incumbent to have a strong understanding of videoboard production, in-venue entertainment, sponsorship activation, and fan engagement strategies; have strong administrative, interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and customer service skills; be organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated; have strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across departments; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; multitask effectively and manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders in a high-pressure environment; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds; and work a non-standard work week which will include nights, weekends, holidays, and extensive event schedules. This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, Business, or a related field Four years of experience in sports, live entertainment, collegiate or professional athletics, or a related event production environment One year of supervisory experience Experience managing live event presentation, production, or entertainment operations Experience writing scripts and developing event content Valid driver’s license Preferred Qualifications: Five years of experience in sports, live entertainment, collegiate or professional athletics, or a related event production environment Two years of supervisory experience Experience in a Division I intercollegiate athletic environment Experience with football and basketball game presentation at a high-profile institution or professional sports organization Experience managing large-scale productions with multiple creative and operational teams Knowledgeable of current sports entertainment trends and fan engagement strategies BENEFITS: Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), tuition assistance, athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs as well as possible relocation assistance. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer . WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.