Social Media Intern
Indoor Football League
Internship
Remote
United States
The purpose of this role is to assist the Director of Media in telling the story of Indoor Football League through best-in-class social media content. Working in this role will provide a unique experience to learn and participate with publishing across League channels for a professional sports organization.
The ideal candidate will have proficiencies in writing, graphic design, photography and social media, as well as a developed understanding of the sports media industry and the professionalism that is expected therein.
This is an unpaid internship, which will last from approximately February through August. The internship is a remote role that will require the successful candidate to work flexible hours, including at weekends.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with documenting the Indoor Football League season through best-in-class social media content
- Create and contribute ideas for social media content
- Assist in crafting copy for social media posts on all League channels
- Assist in writing and reporting on the League, players, and coaches both on and off the field
- Able to work independently, take initiative, and maintain a high level of professionalism within a professional sports environment
- Follow brand guideline specifications and ensure consistency on quality during publishing
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary
SKILLS:
- Sharp editorial skills with good spelling, grammar and ability to articulate brand tone
- Strong knowledge of social media trends and knowledge of current and emerging platforms
- Comfort editing imagery or video into assets for social media posts
- Must have basic understanding of football
- Must have excellent communication skills and willingness to learn
- Video editing or photo editing skills advantageous
- Experience in Adobe Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator and Lightroom is ideal
- Experience managing social media channels
- Ability to provide own equipment
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.