Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic

Ryan Flynn

Daytona Beach,WA

Summary

A motivated sports enthusiast with broad sport management experience creating smart strategies and positive fan experiences for some of the most high-profile teams at varying levels. I'm looking to leverage my strong communication skills and hands-on experience to become part of a collaborative team.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Marketing Assistant

Embry-Riddle Athletics
07.2023 - Current
  • Executed social media and in-person marketing strategies to boost event attendance.
  • Coordinated in-game promotions for basketball, soccer, and volleyball
  • Collaborated with coaches, on and off-campus professionals, students, athletes, and mascots.
  • Fulfilled partnerships and gained sales experience

Marketing and Promotions Intern

Gonzaga University Athletic Department
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Coordinated and executed promotional campaigns for basketball and baseball events.
  • Engaged audiences as the mascot, infusing high energy and excitement into prominent events.
  • Managed arena audio and video graphics for sporting events, including brand-building executions and sponsor marketing efforts.
  • Developed innovative on-campus marketing initiatives, collaborating with diverse organizations and leveraging strategic partnerships for effective promotion. Examples include placing eye-catching flyers in cafeteria napkin holders, coordinating with a prominent campus DJ, and crafting compelling scripts for Gonzaga athletes to engage and attract audiences to games.

Green Team

Spokane Indians
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated with stadium staff to maintain safe and clean environment for visitors and employees.
  • Ensured that all areas of stadium were presentable and ready for visitors.
  • Engaged in comprehensive maintenance duties during off-weeks, including skilled tasks such as painting and pressure washing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sport Management

Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
05.2023

No Degree - Business Administration

Boise State University Honors College
Boise, ID
12.2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Promotions and Marketing Strategies
  • Social Media Expertise
  • Photoshop
  • Sound Director
  • iMovie
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service

References

Mitch VanSumeran

  • (810) 845-9188
  • Associate AD for External Affairs at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Kyle Day

  • (503) 881-0865
  • GM of the Spokane Indians

Martin Northcroft

  • (509) 332-9019
  • Assistant Athletic Director, Marketing & Creative Services at Gonzaga University

Kayla Byrnes

  • (386) 689-9060
  • Director of Marketing and Fan Experience at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University


Timeline

Sports Marketing Assistant

Embry-Riddle Athletics
07.2023 - Current

Marketing and Promotions Intern

Gonzaga University Athletic Department
09.2022 - 05.2023

Green Team

Spokane Indians
05.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sport Management

Gonzaga University

No Degree - Business Administration

Boise State University Honors College
Ryan Flynn