ATHLETES FIRST TAILGATE TOUR COLLEGE AMBASSADOR

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Athletes First Tailgate Tour College Ambassador raises brand awareness towards each campus's student body and fan base surrounding the 2026 College Football season. The Brand Ambassador Program will give students an opportunity to be an extension of the Athletes First family on their respective campuses while learning what it takes to work with Athletes First’s Sports Properties & Events team. Brand Ambassadors will report directly to the Vice President of Events and work hand-in-hand with our team being our “boots on the ground” on campus to drive excitement for our agency’s upcoming experiential and content activations at each school.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Plan, organize, and execute on-campus event, maximizing student and fan interaction before and during each stop of the Athletes First Tailgate Tour
· Actively promote event on campus to student organizations, clubs, sports teams, fraternities and sororities- bonus points if you are currently an active member in any of the above.

· Provide creative insight on planning that is specific to your campus

STANDING OUT AS A TOP CANDIDATE:

· Strong knowledge of Athletes First’s programming, talent, and brand initiatives
· The ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interfacing with talent and executives
· The ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
· The ability to work well on teams and collaborative efforts
· A self-starter attitude and proactive nature
· Students studying marketing, communications, sports management, public relations, and journalism are preferred but not required
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be actively enrolled at the University
· Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License
· Must be at least 18 years of age
· Able to work flexible part-time hours, including some evenings and weekends
· Immersed in student life with an understanding of the collegiate landscape and local city including behind-the-scenes activities and hot-spots
· Connected with a diverse range of influential groups and individuals on campus

· Access to own housing and transportation to/from events

TO APPLY:

· Submit a 1-page resume

· Submit a cover letter telling us why you’re the best fit for this role (PDF preferred)

About the company

Athletes First is a full-service sports talent agency that represents NFL players, NFL coaches and executives, college football and basketball coaches, and other sports-related clients such as broadcasters and media personalities. It handles contract negotiations, marketing and commercial endorsements, and other client services. How it works: A team of agents coordinates with teams, leagues, sponsors, and media outlets to negotiate contracts, secure endorsements, and manage each client’s business affairs, providing end-to-end representation across sports and media roles. How it’s different: The agency covers professional and collegiate coaches, executives, and media personalities, not just players, offering comprehensive services beyond contract talks and tailoring opportunities across multiple sports and platforms. Goal: To maximize each client’s earnings, exposure, and career opportunities through strategic contracts, endorsements, and brand partnerships.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Laguna Hills, California

Founded

2001

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

August 2026 Go Rentals partnership adds premium travel monetization and client stickiness.
May 2025 MyFitnessPal campaign shows Athletes First converts athletes into consumer media assets.
Brian Murphy's August 2026 podcast visibility reinforces Athletes First's negotiating brand and deal flow.

What critics are saying

A 2023 lawsuit and bankruptcy history define Athletes First's governance legacy.
VC owners MASTRY Ventures and General Catalyst prioritize returns over agent autonomy.
Competing agencies can poach NFL talent if Athletes First misses blockbuster contract wins.

What makes Athletes First unique

Brian Murphy built Athletes First around NFL negotiating power and client trust.
Gideon Cohen's new broadcasting and new media desk expands beyond traditional player representation.
Athletes First pairs agency services with in-house events, production, and brand partnerships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Phone/Internet Stipend
Paid Vacation

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

35%

1 year growth

39%

2 year growth

39%

Sports Business Journal

Oct 8th, 2026

Athletes First invests in All-Time Studios, launches football roster-building game ALL DUBS

Athletes First has invested in All-Time Studios, a sports video gaming company, and helped develop its new football roster-building mobile game "ALL DUBS", which launched this week on the App Store and Google Play. Athletes First CEO Brian Murphy called the investment significant. The agency previously worked with All-Time Studios on brand awareness, game development and talent procurement before making the investment. All-Time Studios, formerly PlayVault, employs about 24 people and is best known for "82-0", an NBA roster-building game downloaded over 1 million times on iOS and 500,000 times on Google Play. Apple named it App Store's Game of the Day in October. The companies plan to collaborate on other sports, including MLB.

Hoops Rumors

Sep 24th, 2026

And-Ones: Len, McClung, questionable moves, Athletes First.

And-Ones: Len, McClung, questionable moves, Athletes First. By Luke Adams | at September 24, 2026 3:09 pm Veteran center Alex Len, who signed a two-year deal with Baskonia earlier this month, has mutually agreed to terminate his contract with the Spanish club, per a press release. Baskonia's announcement, translated from Spanish, indicates that Len passed a medical exam upon joining the team but began to experience discomfort in his previously injured foot. There's no indication that the big man, who underwent additional tests and consulted with medical experts in recent days, suffered a new injury, but Len and Baskonia agreed to part ways as he gets that discomfort treated. "I would like to thank Baskonia, the staff, the players, and the fans for their professionalism and support during the brief time I spent with the organization," Len said in a statement. "I wish them the best of luck this season." Len, 33, spent 12 years in the NBA from 2013-25, making 690 regular season appearances for six teams during that time. However, he played a very limited role during his last few seasons in the league and was waived last fall by the Knicks after receiving a training camp invitation. He spent the 2025/26 season with Real Madrid, coming off the bench for the club. Hoops Rumors has a few more odds and ends from around the basketball world: * Three-time NBA dunk contest winner Mac McClung signed this summer with Girona Basket, a Spanish team that competes in the EuroCup tournament rather than in the EuroLeague. However, McClung told Andreu Coll of Diari de Girona (Twitter video link) that he had no shortage of opportunities to play in what's considered the top non-NBA league in the world. "Over the last two years, I've probably had over 10 EuroLeague offers," McClung said. "(But) me and my agent agreed to follow our hearts. When I talked to (Girona head coach) Moncho (Fernandez), and the GM, and (team owner) Marc (Gasol) all in the same day, I was like, 'I think this spot feels like home.'" * Having already criticized the Suns' trade for Miles Bridges, the Bucks' four-year, $64MM deal with Gary Trent Jr., and the Wizards' four-year, $212MM agreement with Trae Young back in July, John Hollinger of The Athletic looks elsewhere to identify five additional questionable moves made by teams over the course of the 2026 offseason. Among the decisions receiving Hollinger's scrutiny are the Cavaliers' long-term, maximum-salary extension for Donovan Mitchell, the Nets' underwhelming use of their cap room, and the Clippers choosing to sign Bradley Beal over Bennedict Mathurin. * Athletes First, one of the most prominent agencies representing NFL players, is launching a representation division for basketball players, the firm announced via social media this week (Twitter links). NFL agent David Mulugheta will lead the division, which will feature John Noonan, the former senior director of basketball at Octagon. Noonan, whom Jake Fischer describes (via Twitter) as "cap-minded," will serve as the VP of Basketball at Athletes First.

Financial Post

Aug 25th, 2026

Go Rentals and Athletes First partner to elevate the ground experience for elite athletes and vips.

Go Rentals and Athletes First partner to elevate the ground experience for elite athletes and vips. GlobeNewswire Published Aug 25, 2026 Article content Hospitality-first automotive company to provide members of the agency's family with world-class mobility experiences throughout every stage of their journey Article content NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Go Rentals, the hospitality-first automotive company that has redefined the vehicle rental experience by relentlessly elevating the standard of automotive hospitality, and Athletes First, the premier sports representation and marketing agency, today announced a new partnership to deliver seamless, personalized mobility experiences for Athletes First's elite athlete clients and their families as part of their travel needs. Article content The partnership pairs Athletes First's expertise in representing elite professional athletes with Go Rentals' hospitality-first approach to ground transportation, delivering personalized experiences defined by precision, consistency, discretion, and trust wherever athletes travel. As part of the partnership, Go Rentals will be a preferred partner for Athletes First and provide the agency's athlete clients with preferred pricing for ground travel, and host a dedicated microsite and personal phone numbers to meet all their ground travel needs. Article content Top Stories Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Article content Go Rentals recently collaborated with Athletes First as an official partner of the "The Summit," an invite-only gathering of professional athletes, leading investors, and entrepreneurs held in Park City, Utah in June. Article content "We're always looking for ways to make life better for our athletes, on and off the field, and this partnership with Go Rentals is a natural fit," said Matt Shulman, senior vice president of partnerships and integration for Athletes First. "They're just as committed to taking care of their customers as we are to taking care of exceptional athletes." Article content "Athletes First has built an extraordinary organization around trust, advocacy, and long-term relationships, and that alignment makes this partnership especially meaningful," said Shawn O'Brien, Chief Operating Officer of Go Rentals. "Becoming the Official Elite Rental Car Partner of Athletes First reflects our shared commitment to delivering exceptional experiences in the moments that matter most. With more than 300 locations nationwide and a hospitality-first culture, we're proud to support Athletes First and the remarkable individuals they represent." Article content "An athlete's transportation needs don't begin on draft day or end at retirement," said Cory Glass, Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Go Rentals. "From collegiate recruiting and professional careers to business ventures and family travel, our role is to provide seamless automotive hospitality wherever life takes them. This partnership allows us to support Athletes First's clients and employees with the personalized service, consistency, and discretion they expect, and the confidence that every detail has been thoughtfully handled." Advertisement 1 This advertisement has not loaded yet. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content About Athletes First Athletes First is the premier sports representation and marketing agency, guiding the careers of elite athletes, coaches, executives, and broadcasters. Since 2001, Athletes First has built a reputation for integrity, innovation, and impact across contract negotiations, marketing strategy, endorsement sales, and brand partnerships. The agency also produces world-class live experiences through its events and properties teams and creates dynamic multiplatform content through its in-house media and production capabilities. For more information, visit athletesfirst.net or follow us on Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. Article content About Go Rentals Go Rentals is the hospitality-first automotive company that has redefined the vehicle rental experience by relentlessly elevating the standard of automotive hospitality. Through seamless experiences defined by precision, consistency, and trust, Go Rentals serves private aviation, luxury hospitality, sports and entertainment, executive travel, and private clients nationwide. With more than 300 locations across 37 states, Go Rentals is the only car rental company recognized by Forbes Travel Guide, reflecting its unwavering commitment to exceptional service and personalized automotive hospitality. Article content Contacts: Carmine N. Tiso for Athletes First, [email protected] or (917) 453-4296 Go Rentals Contact Article content Jake Feffer, PR Specialist BastionBUNTIN, [email protected] or (949) 306-5626 BastionBUNTIN Contact Article content

The Globe

Jun 14th, 2025

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Athletech News

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