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, PA05.2025
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