Key Responsibilities
Curriculum & Course Development:
Design, develop, and implement education courses tailored for on-court coaching across all racquet sports and off-court roles in areas like leadership, marketing, finance, hospitality, and operations.
Ensure course content aligns with industry best practices and evolving trends in racquet sports and sports management.
Oversee the entire curriculum development process, ensuring a structured and comprehensive learning experience.
Content Creation & Collaboration
Partner with subject matter experts, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to develop high-quality educational materials.
Create a diverse range of learning formats, including online modules, in-person workshops, certification programs, and interactive content and options with AI.
Training Delivery & Facilitation
Lead and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and professional development programs for racquet sports professionals nationwide.
Ensure all educational initiatives provide value to professionals at different career stages, from entry-level to executive roles.
Team Leadership & Quality Assurance
Oversee and manage the education team, providing mentorship and strategic direction.
Maintain high-quality educational standards by continuously evaluating and refining course content based on feedback, research, and industry advancements.
Technology & Learning Innovation
Work closely with the digital team to integrate e-learning platforms, instructional design tools, and interactive digital resources into course delivery.
Ensure that online and in-person education programs are engaging, accessible, and effective.
Stakeholder & Industry Engagement
Build strong relationships with coaching organizations, professional associations, and racquet sports leaders to enhance the reach and credibility of our education platform.
Represent Cliff Drysdale Management at industry conferences, networking events, and partner meetings.
Qualifications
Deep expertise in curriculum development and instructional design, with experience managing the entire course creation process.
Minimum 5-7 years of experience developing education programs, training initiatives, or professional development courses, preferably in sports or racquet sports.
Strong background in racquet sports coaching and/or sports management is highly preferred.
Proven leadership experience in developing large-scale training programs and managing education teams.
Excellent public speaking, communication, and presentation skills.
Experience working with online learning platforms, instructional design software, and digital education tools is a plus.
Willingness to travel for training events and industry engagements.