The KC-1400 Collective is a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) marketing platform that connects Jackson State University student-athletes with paid brand ambassador opportunities through media, content, and promotional engagement. The Collective provides student-athletes with real-world experience in personal branding, digital media, and audience engagement while promoting the KC-1400 Brand.

Through partnerships with fans, alumni, businesses, and sponsors, the KC-1400 Collective creates structured NIL opportunities that allow student-athletes to leverage their name, image, and likeness in marketing campaigns, media appearances, and promotional content. These opportunities are designed to fit within student-athletes’ academic and athletic schedules while providing measurable exposure, compensation, and professional experience.

All NIL agreements and brand ambassador activities are conducted in compliance with applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional NIL guidelines. The KC-1400 Collective does not engage in pay-for-play or recruiting inducements, and participation is voluntary and independent of athletic performance.