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Work Experience
University of North Texas athletics July 08-present
Athletic Development- Research Coordinator

University of North Texas athletics Aug 07- July 08
Marketing and Promotion

Troy University Aug 06- Aug 07
Graduate teaching assistant

Florida Sports Foundation May 06- Aug 06/ Dec 06/June 07
Amateur sports intern/ contract labor
Education / Training / Certifications
Troy University Aug 06- present
M.S., Sport and fitness management
gpa 4.0

Troy University Aug 01-Aug 06
B.S., Sport and fitness management
gpa 3.2
What type of job in sports are you looking for? (Optional)
BCS division administrative position, preferably in marketing/promotions. I also have an interest in event management and event planning.
Website:
http://www.meangreensports.com

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College athletics: development, marketing, sales & sponsorship, etc

I'm starting this topic as a means to spark dialog about various jobs available in college athletics. I realize that some people's knowledge in particular areas maybe better than others, so lets share our individual experiences in college athletics jobs. I've worked in marketing and promotions and event management, both are very tedious, high energy jobs! You def must get your fix of whatever gets you going in the mornings b4 setting out for work each day, lol. But I enjoy both, they give you a… Continue

Posted on April 18th, 2008 at 9:39am — 4 Comments (Add)

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At 9:25am on April 18th, 2008, Alan Thornton said…
Anyone know anything about collegiate development jobs?
At 7:39pm on March 24th, 2008, Stephen said…
Feel free to share any feedback you may have!
At 6:29pm on March 24th, 2008, Erik Podell said…
Im actually from Jersey, went to school in Florida for undergrad. This May, ill move up to Georgia. Ill be in Statesboro. Im def. looking forward to grad school.
At 4:38pm on March 22nd, 2008, Erik Podell said…
Thats cool. Im pretty nervous about teaching classes next year. I'll be studying Coaching at Georgia Southern while working for the Basketball team too.
At 11:03am on March 20th, 2008, Matt said…
Good to hear from you Alan. Yes, we have other regional training events around the country throughout the year. After Dallas in April, we have St. Louis Cardinals in May, Portland in June and New York Mets in August. (And there are a couple of other sites in the works for the fall--one in the midwest and another in the southeast...) When do you finish up your masters?
At 10:14am on March 20th, 2008, Erik Podell said…
Alan, nice to meet you. I am heading for graduate school next year. How did you enjoy teaching and how was your overall experience. I will be working with the basketball team but have to teach classes too
At 7:39pm on March 19th, 2008, Stephen said…
That is a good goal. I hope you achieve it. As we keep growing, I anticipate you'll find some people who can assist you in your pursuit.

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At 7:04pm on March 19th, 2008, Stephen said…
Thanks for joining, Alan. What types of jobs in sports are you searching for?
 
 

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