JOB OPENING

Assists with the development of a Communications and Public Relations plan involving all forms of media (general, social, new, entertainment, etc.) that will grow and enhance relationships to generate non-sports and business publicity

The San Diego Padres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts employment background screening including a check of criminal records and drug screening.

Note: When you apply for this job online, you will be required to answer the following questions:

1. Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations, Sports Management or Business?
2. Do you have a minimum of 3 years in media or public relations?
3. Do you have prior Baseball or Sports industry experience?
4. Are you fluently bilingual in English and Spanish?

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TITLE: Pad Squad

DEPARTMENT: Entertainment & Production

REPORTS TO: Manager, In- Park Entertainment

STATUS: Part-time, Seasonal - Reapply Annually

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Represents the San Diego Padres in a pleasant, enthusiastic, and professional manner, acting as the front-line ambassador on the club's behalf
· Helps club reach out to targeted marketing demographics (Military, College, Hispanic)
· Supports the sales team to create leads through grassroots marketing opportunities
· Attends numerous community events to gain positive exposure for the Padres, including but not limited to: fairs, festivals and non-profit functions. Works with the Padres Community Affairs staff to showcase Live, Learn, Play initiatives
· Coordinates and execute in-game promotions as assigned, interacts with fans throughout the ballpark, on a personal basis or to a large crowd enhancing the atmosphere and energy at PETCO Park. Executes scheduled and spontaneous visits for fans (i.e. birthday, first game, VIP)
· Assists with the production of the Padres in-ballpark pre-game show, including interaction with club executives, partners and VIPs
· Drive the Padres brand, events and marketing concepts through the use of social media
· Speak in front of large groups at community events or as a part of the Padres Speaker's Bureau to deliver the club's message
· Serve as liaison to provide the Padres feedback from members of the community at Padres Games and public events
· Conduct intercept surveys during Padres games
· Keeps up with the team's performance on the field and current club news

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Must be 18 years of age
· Availability to work during 60% of Padres home games and 50% of other community & special events as needed, including weekends, some midweek day games, and holidays
· Individuals with outstanding communication skills and a positive, energetic personality.
· Spanish bilingual preferred
· Previous experience working in military or college or Hispanic communities
· Previous experience in marketing, sales or customer service
· Demonstrate ability to perform and speak on camera, and in front of large audiences
· Performing arts, spokes-modeling, and public speaking experience
· Dance, tumbling or other creative activity skills are a plus
· Ability to stand and walk and/or run for extended periods of time
· Consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
· Professional image and demeanor.
· Strong ability to work well with co-workers and supervisors in a team environment.

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The San Diego Padres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts employment background screening including a check of criminal records, past employment verification and drug screening.