ATHLETES FIRST BRAND AMBASSADOR- University of Texas, Austin

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Austin, TX Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

ATHLETES FIRST TAILGATE TOUR COLLEGE AMBASSADOR

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Athletes First Tailgate Tour College Ambassador raises brand awareness towards each campus's student body and fan base surrounding the 2026 College Football season. The Brand Ambassador Program will give students an opportunity to be an extension of the Athletes First family on their respective campuses while learning what it takes to work with Athletes First’s Sports Properties & Events team. Brand Ambassadors will report directly to the Vice President of Events and work hand-in-hand with our team being our “boots on the ground” on campus to drive excitement for our agency’s upcoming experiential and content activations at each school.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Plan, organize, and execute on-campus event, maximizing student and fan interaction before and during each stop of the Athletes First Tailgate Tour
· Actively promote event on campus to student organizations, clubs, sports teams, fraternities and sororities- bonus points if you are currently an active member in any of the above.

· Provide creative insight on planning that is specific to your campus

STANDING OUT AS A TOP CANDIDATE:

· Strong knowledge of Athletes First’s programming, talent, and brand initiatives
· The ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interfacing with talent and executives
· The ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
· The ability to work well on teams and collaborative efforts
· A self-starter attitude and proactive nature
· Students studying marketing, communications, sports management, public relations, and journalism are preferred but not required
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be actively enrolled at the University
· Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License
· Must be at least 18 years of age
· Able to work flexible part-time hours, including some evenings and weekends
· Immersed in student life with an understanding of the collegiate landscape and local city including behind-the-scenes activities and hot-spots
· Connected with a diverse range of influential groups and individuals on campus

· Access to own housing and transportation to/from events

TO APPLY:

· Submit a 1-page resume

· Submit a cover letter telling us why you’re the best fit for this role (PDF preferred)

About this role

Summary

Promote Athletes First at college events, engage students, and drive excitement.

Job title

brand ambassador

Experience level

student

Industry

sports marketing

Location requirements

Austin, TX, on-campus, flexible hours, some evenings/weekends

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationorganizingcreativityMicrosoft OfficeGoogle Suite

Preferred skills

student organization involvementsports managementpublic relationsteamwork

Specializations

event planningcampus engagementsports marketingpublic relations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Austin, TX, USA

On-site City