Social Media / Content Creation Intern

This is an unpaid internship requiring 4-10 hrs/wk (or more upon request), is hybrid remote and Long Island-based, and can be used towards school credit if needed.

The Social Media/Content Creation intern will work closely with the Director of Marketing and other various members of the organization and be involved in the week-to-week social content planning and short content video elements for the LI Rough Riders. They will gain valuable insight into various aspects of a professional sports organization. This individual will support the team in telling the story of our brand through top quality content and creative videography on all our social media platforms.

The successful candidate will be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a consistent structure, can-do attitude, and top-notch creative execution. Moreover, this individual must take initiative independently and manage ambiguity while embodying the vision, mission, and core values of the LI Rough Riders ultimate team.

Responsibilities

Developing effective content, promotion, engagement, and conversion strategies.

Create engaging digital content such as videos and other forms of multimedia.

Shoot and edit high-quality videos for various projects, including games, training sessions, and other LI Rough Riders events.

Conceptualize video features for the LI Rough Riders on digital channels.

Collaborate with other team members to ensure the content aligns with the brand's overall goals.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in digital content creation.

Archive and organize all footage and material.

Create and curate a unique and engaging “story” that compels people to interact with the brand, and purchase merchandise or attend events hosted by the Rough Riders.

Must live in or able to reliably commute to Uniondale, Long Island for team activities and individual player content capture.

Other duties as assigned to support the Creative Department.

Managing day-to-day social media & marketing activities:

Planning, generating, and publishing relevant, original content daily

Creating editorial calendar and posting schedule – including short term posts like Instagram Stories and Snapchat

Participating in live videos

Overseeing design of digital assets to ensure that they are consistent with brand positioning and company values

Controlling community management - monitoring, reposting, responding to online comments and reviews, etc.

Building, testing, and optimizing paid social media campaigns

Related marketing duties including, but not limited to:

Developing sponsorship procurement videos and other materials

Attending and representing the Rough Riders brand at team and trade events (as needed)

Participating in weekly marketing meetings

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

Experience creating sports social content for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn

Ability to create fun content with the players

Experience creating a wide variety of content for social media and beyond

Excellent communication skills

Must be self-motivated, detail oriented, and have a sense of accountability

Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Must live in the New York Metro area and attend all Rough Riders home games and most weekly practices.

Ability to commit to October - August

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.