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Kennedy Watkins

New Orleans

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly motivated sports professional seeking the Stadium Operations Intern position with the Baltimore Ravens. Brings hands-on experience in live event execution, fan engagement, and operational logistics, with a strong commitment to delivering seamless game day and stadium operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Game Experience Staff

New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans, LA
10.2025 - Current
  • Support the planning and execution of in-game and pre-game fan engagement activations, ensuring seamless delivery of branded and sponsor-facing experiences.
  • Serve as a frontline brand ambassador, engaging with fans, partners, performers, and internal stakeholders during NBA game days and events.
  • Assist in coordinating on-court contests, sponsored promotions, and live entertainment while collaborating with production and broadcast teams.
  • Contribute to event setup, breakdown, and logistics in a fast-paced, high-pressure live event environment.
  • Provide real-time operational support to ensure all sponsor and fan-facing elements are executed to contract standard

Business Operations Intern

Canberra Cavalry
Canberra, Australia
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Supported Corporate Partnerships, Marketing, and Business Operations teams in executing sponsor activations and fan engagement initiatives.
  • Assisted in coordinating partnership assets including signage, promotions, digital campaigns, and hospitality experiences.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure timely and accurate delivery of contractual obligations.
  • Managed social media platforms (Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook), creating content and live updates to enhance fan interaction.
  • Coordinated special events including player appearances, community outreach, and sponsor activations.
  • Tracked activation data and contributed to post-event reporting and analysis.

Student Manager

Temple Mens Basketball Team
Philadelphia, PA
09.2021 - 03.2024
  • Assisted with practice and game day operations, including equipment setup and breakdown.
  • Recorded and analyzed practice statistics to support coaching staff and player development.
  • Facilitated communication between coaches and players during practices and games.
  • Maintained organization and efficiency in a high-performance athletic environment.

Marketing Intern

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Contributed to the development of marketing plans to increase visibility and engagement for athletic programs.
  • Created and maintained Excel tracking systems for scheduling and partnership outreach.
  • Distributed marketing materials across campus and the Philadelphia area to boost event attendance.
  • Conducted research on potential partnerships and community engagement opportunities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sport Tourism And Hospitality

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2025

Skills

  • Event & Game Day Operations
  • Stadium Logistics & Setup/Breakdown
  • Staff Coordination & Leadership
  • Fan Engagement & Guest Services
  • Sponsorship Activation Execution

Timeline

Game Experience Staff

New Orleans Pelicans
10.2025 - Current

Business Operations Intern

Canberra Cavalry
08.2024 - 01.2025

Marketing Intern

Temple University
05.2023 - 08.2023

Student Manager

Temple Mens Basketball Team
09.2021 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Science - Sport Tourism And Hospitality

Temple University
Kennedy Watkins