Social Media Intern - Bismarck, United States - AEG

    AEG
    AEG Bismarck, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Who We Are

    The Bismarck Larks joined the Northwoods League (NWL) in 2017. The NWL is the largest organized baseball league in the world with 22 teams, drawing more fans than any league of its kind. The NWL provides top college players from North America and beyond a summer collegiate baseball experience. More than 300 Northwoods League players have advanced to Major League Baseball in the NWL's 30-year history.

    The Bismarck Larks became the first team in NWL history to win NWL Organization of the Year in back-to-back seasons (2017 & The Larks sold out 27 of 36 home games in %) and continued their success in 2018 selling out 30 of 36 home games with an average overall attendance of more than 68,000 fans.

    In 2020, the Larks became the first sports team in the country to play safely with fans in the stands during the COVID-19 pandemic.In 2021, the Larks sold out 92% of every ticket and were named one of the top 30 employers in sports by Front Office Sports in the company of the Denver Broncos and Savannah Bananas.

    In 2022, the Larks sold out 97.5% of every ticket and averaged 1,852 tickets out of 1,900 available each game. The Larks were also featured in the New York Post, Jomboy Media, and Bleacher Report among others.

    In 2023, the Larks were viral for rebranding to the Missouri River Motorboaters, hosted the NWL All-Star Game aired on ESPNU, aired two games on NBC - North Dakota, debuted the NWL's biggest videoboard, and hosted fans from 33 different states.

    The Internship Position

    The Bismarck Larks are looking for a Social Media Intern in Bismarck, North Dakota who will create video content and drive our digital channels including Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and LinkedIn. The Social Media & Content Creator will be responsible for developing video-based content for the Bismarck Larks sponsorships, communications and marketing initiatives. This person will also produce written content for social media, program stories, and website stories.

    Roles and Responsibilities
    • Create, develop and deliver engaging content that makes fans laugh, smile, cry, and ultimately uses FUN to make a difference in fan's lives
    • Develop content for all marketing and advertising campaigns by working closely with internal departments including but not limited to: tickets, sponsorship, merchandise, events and operations
    • Create content for social media, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. Contribute to strategies to grow social media audiences by continually building and maximizing brand awareness and understanding competitive trends in the sport, entertainment and event industry
    • Photo editing and retouching; deliver cohesive visual aesthetic for video across all digital platforms
    • Assists with written and graphic content including but not limited to social graphics, flyers, billboards, program, video board graphics, etc.
    • Capture photo and video during each home game. Footage will be determined Content Creator in conjunction with Director of Marketing
    The Social Media Intern will also serve as Larks representative at various promotions, events, Larks games and Funatix events.

    Start Date: May 6, 2024

    End Date: August 21, 2024 (dependent on post season play)

    Academic Qualifications: Applicants should be studying a subject in a relevant field. This may include but is not limited to Sport Management, Broadcasting, Journalism, Marketing and Communications.

    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.

    General Team Responsibilities
    • Game and Team Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Bismarck Larks home games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays.
    • Funatix Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Funatix Events including but not limited to the Mandan Rodeo Days, company picnics, festivals, etc. Full event list will be provided. This includes weekends and holidays.
    • Game Day and Event Hours: Expected to be available from mid to late morning through the end of the game and/or event. Schedule will be decided by the direct supervisor on a homestand and event basis.
    • Non-Game Day/Event Hours: Expected to attend office hours of 9 AM-5 PM each weekday.
    • Assist with distribution of team pocket schedules, posters and other marketing materials throughout the stadium and community
    • Assist with ballpark set-up and tear-down before-the-season, after-the-season and during each homestand
    • Assist with event set-up and tear-down at team events and Funatix Events
    • Assist with Family Fun zone set-up and tear-down
    • Maintain ballpark cleanliness including but not limited to: cleaning tables, chairs, Family Fun Zone area, etc.
    • Every intern will be required to perform as the mascot at least once during the summer
    • Assist with the tarp pull during rain delays
    • All other duties as assigned by Larks front office staff
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Availability to work all home games, team events and Funatix Events
    • Previous internship or job in live sports production preferred
    • Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, InDesign, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom)
    • Experience in a fast paced environment
    • The ability to work extended hours upwards of 14 hours and lift 30-50 lbs
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong organizational and time management skills
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Must be a team player with strong leadership and communication skills
    • Must be enthusiastic with a desire to work hard and have a positive "can-do" attitude
    • Ability to multi-task and handle responsibility
    • Self- motivated and ability to take initiative
    • Enthusiastic team player, shows enjoyment and interest in working collaboratively
    • Uphold our core values: Best, Uplift, Nerve, Teamwork. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best experience in sports.It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values.
    • Uphold our service vision: Happy People Making People Happy. We want people who love what they do, who find joy in making others laugh or smile, who want to use fun and happiness to make a difference in the lives of coworkers, clients and fans.
    Reports To: Marketing Director and Content Marketing Manager

    Stipend & Housing: This is an unpaid internship. Team does offer a stipend to help cover expenses such as housing, transportation, food etc. Team offers 2 options to accommodate interns who are local and interns will travel to Bismarck for the internship.

    Option 1-

    Stipend-$1000/Month

    Housing-Not Provided. Intern is responsible for providing their own housing.

    Option 2-

    Stipend-$500/Month

    Housing- Provided. Intern is responsible for deposit and utilities.

    Credit: College credit towards a major, minor or general elective may be earned.

    Work Samples / Portfolio: Please provide a link to work samples, sizzle reels or online portfolio in your resume or cover letter section of the application. Links can be YouTube, personal website, Dropbox, or Google Drive. Work samples could include but are not limited to: videos, graphic design, or writing.

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