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Summary

Responsible for managing the non-financial communication and public relations functions for International Speedway Corporation. This position will report to the Sr. Director of PR at Daytona International Speedway and will work closely with ISC Executive Leadership team, as well as various departments within ISC and the company’s individual business units.

Primary duties and responsibilities include
Assist in the development of the annual non-financial communication plan for ISC, focused on generating positive coverage for major corporate initiatives, reaching target audiences, capitalizing on positive business trends for media coverage, and positively integrating ISC and its brands into the news narrative locally and nationally.

Prepare non-financial communications materials including press releases, messaging, Q&A documents, pitch materials, op-eds and Letters to the Editors, and other collateral as directed by supervisor for the following areas:

• Corporate developments such as ONE DAYTONA and Kansas development
• Public affairs and governmental issues
• Sustainability initiatives
• Corporate partnerships and sponsorship trends
• Executive presentations and speaking engagements
• Website content
• Other areas as directed by supervisor

Respond to media inquiries and when appropriate, act as company spokesperson.

Build relationships with key local and national media, ISC Business Unit PR staff, key industry personnel such as the NASCAR IMC staff, and media outlets that reach existing and new fan target segments.

Collaborate closely with ISC social media managers on all communication efforts to maximize digital reach.

Oversee the maintenance and distribution of the ISC Crisis Communication Plan.

Maintain the relevant non-financial areas of the ISC corporate website.

Collaborate closely with various corporate departments on communication initiatives such as:

• Human Resources: Employee communication
• Corporate Development: Development projects
• Partnership Marketing: Sponsorship announcements and trends

Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; with three to five years related experience in-house or agency. Excellent computer and communication skills are required. Experience in sports industry and/or real estate development. Motorsports industry is a plus.

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Marketing & Promotions Manager will play a key role in the promotion of Watkins Glen International through various mediums including social media, advertising and grass roots efforts.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote racing events and festivals at Watkins Glen International by developing a pace car and show car tour throughout the summer targeting high attendance events.
• Research and book bands for race and festival weekends & facilitate staging requirements.
• Assist with Victory Lane celebrations for all event weekends.
• Coordinate and maintain social media marketing platforms and opportunities with focus on potential trends and changes in the digital marketplace.
• Coordinate with internal marketing, ticketing and partnership marketing teams for messaging on website and social media platforms.
• Assist with updates to Watkins Glen International official mobile apps.
• Gain knowledge of FanMax & FanTracker software to assist in consumer marketing efforts.
• Other duties as assigned by senior management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-Year College Degree from an accredited program; Emphasis in marketing, communications, or digital media preferred
• Passion for sports and interest in a career within sports & entertainment
• Personable and articulate
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Internal and external customer service focus
• Available to work evenings and weekend events when necessary

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Race Information Specialist- Event Time Only – Charlotte Motor Speedway (Concord, NC)

Charlotte Motor Speedway is looking for enthusiastic, hardworking and guest service oriented people to join the CMS Crew.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate golf cart transportation for our guests
• Sell programs, Driver Intro Passes and Pit Passes, lanyards, and other items
• Provide excellent customer service to guests and employees. Respond to inquiries from guests regarding the facility, rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Clean background check
• Must be 21+ years of age
• Must be knowledgeable of CMS and services we offer
• Guest Service oriented
• Reasonable driving distance from CMS
• Must be able to work the main event days at CMS

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

1. Have you ever attended a race at CMS or have knowledge of the track?
2. Are you able to stand for long perods of time?
3. Are you able to work long hours throughout the week and weekends?

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MAJOR FOCUS:

Business development for the company:
1) To actively market our portfolio of products to local, regional, and national companies
2) To close new business in group ticket sales, suites, fan zone, and partnerships
3) To design & compose sales presentations
3) To conduct & analyze related market research
ESSENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Arranges appointments, networks, and prospects for new business opportunities
• Executes extensive cold calling via phone and e-mail
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the NASCAR/motorsports industry.
• Researches industry trends within NASCAR/motorsports including new categories, sponsors, teams, agencies, driver changes, etc.
• Researches various non-NASCAR sports trends including promotions, categories, and strategies
• Effectively composes sales presentations under short deadlines, primarily via PowerPoint
• Maintains an organized, accurate record of all current and perspective customers/clients, via SalesForce
• Maintains an organized, accurate weekly record of all sales activities such as call volume, appointments, pending leads, etc, via SalesForce
• Participates in all major events, special events, and other events as needed
• Assists with all event responsibilities regarding race day operations
• Provides exceptional customer service
• Works safely, complying with all established safety rules and regulations
• Communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors and guests
• Follows all relevant policies and procedures

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS / EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Sports Marketing or related field required
• 3-5 years of corporate sales experience required, with documented track record of delivering results
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (some travel required)
• Must possess proven organizational skills
• Must have superior oral and written communication skills
• Must possess well-developed interpersonal skills
• Must be able to set and achieve high standards of performance
• Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Must be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Must be a team player, willing to contribute to the benefit of the entire team
• Must be able and willing to work long hours, including weekends
• Must present an overall professional appearance
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

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The CONSUMER MARKETING COORDINATOR provides support to the Communications Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary:
1. Assist and provide support to the entire Communications Department.
2. Serve as Gatekeeper for the Communications Department budget on WebNow.
3. Responsible for INSIDE TRACK, the official campground newsletter.
4. Responsible for content for DISCOVER MIS, the official app.
5. Assist with MIS website, www.MISpeedway.com using Site Core.
6. Responsible for MIS text messaging program.
7. Assist coordination of on-site race-day promotions and winners.
8. Assist coordination of race-day pre-race ceremonies, driver appearances, victory lane ceremonies.
9. Provide support for MIS On the Road events; i.e. RV shows, camping shows, sports show, etc.
10. Coordinate Sprint Vision PA announcements and coverage.
11. Organize parade laps and provide narrative.
12. Work with Corporate Partnerships Department to secure PA’s, set schedule for announcers and provide all material
13. Develop and coordinate value-added special events such as NASCAR Victory Tour, driver appearances
14. Assist with all special activities and projects.
15. Assist with all social media efforts related to MIS
16. Assist the Senior Director and staff with special events for MIS
17. Assist the department with staffing for all events that take place at MIS during event and non-event days, as well as MIS events off property.
18. Other duties assigned by Senior Director of Communications

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required including proficiency in all forms of social media – Facebook, Twitter, and others, as well as basic computer software such as Microsoft Word and other. Other skills in PhotoShop, Adobe, Final Cut are beneficial.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
College degree, and at least three years related experience and/or training.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but increases during track events.

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