Job ID: SMA1

Job Location: Online (Live anywhere)

*Part-time internship*

 

Job Summary:

As the Pro Sports Outlook (PSO) Social Media Marketing Assistant, you’ll work to develop and implement the social media strategy on select major platforms of this exciting new sports digital media startup. This is a great opportunity to turn your education into expertise, and generate the portfolio and Analytics to prove it and boost your resume. 

The ideal candidate is an avid sports fan and aspiring digital marketer who is passionate about promoting quality sports content creatively, enjoys generating great engagement on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, Quora, and/or Pinterest, knows about popular topics in the sports world, and is constantly able to learn, and grow the business.

This is a great opportunity for individuals to advance their career in the sports industry as previous contributors have successfully landed positions at companies like NFL Films, NBC Sports, the Washington Nationals, University sports programs (Michigan, Georgia, JMU, etc.), Sports Betting platforms, radio stations, and more!

  • Contribute to PSO’s social media strategy through various trained techniques 
  • Help execute effective social media campaigns relating to posts, comments, follow techniques, etc. 
  • Understand the digital sports media industry and continuously research the market
  • Potentially create & manage content on social media channels and affiliate sites
  • Analyze PSO’s marketing results and suggest improvements to increase customer acquisition, retention, and visitor engagement 
  • Must have the ability to devote anywhere from 1 to 2 hours a day to the role
  • Flexible work schedule, perfect for a student. Work from anywhere you have a connection
  • Able to operate a wide range of assignments. Organization, efficiency, attention to detail, and planning skills are required
  • Ambitious and driven for success
  • Showcases outstanding verbal/written communication skills with timely follow up
  • Proven experience using social media or regularly consuming digital sports media content
  • Demonstrates solid knowledge of social media content that appeals to sports fans
  • Can thrive in an environment that requires quick turnaround results 
  • Comfortable working alone without supervision
  • Up to date with the latest technology, platforms, and best practices
  • Social media savant (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.)
  • Good understanding of common computer & mobile applications (Email, Google Apps, Mobile apps)
  • Analytical & problem solving skills to evaluate data and make operational decisions
  • This is an unpaid internship, although we are happy to work with your school to provide you with internship credit, and there is potential for a future paid role with equity participation in a growing start-up
  • Proven professional experience helping increase a business account’s following on 1 of the 4 major platforms (IG, TW, FB, YT)
  • High level of knowledge about teams and active players in at least two major professional sports (NFL, NBA, or MLB)
  • Possession of or working toward a Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Marketing, Advertising-related, or a Sports-related field
  • Additional marketing certifications are a plus
  • Professional writing experience, specifically on sports-related topics
  • Proven experience working in social media, digital marketing, advertising, or related experience, college internship or related work in a professional environment 
  • Hands on experience with CRM and SEO tools like Google Analytics, Google Adwords, HubSpot, WebTrends, SalesForce, etc.
 

Proficiency with: 

  • G Suite Applications (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Hangouts, Drive, and Gmail)

About Pro Sports Outlook

Pro Sports Outlook (PSO) is a digital media tech company delivering exciting original content, top highlights, and valuable proprietary intel (i.e player grades, value ratings, future depth charts, etc.) in an easily consumable format, creating an enhanced online experience for fans to better understand and enjoy the game. This sports media startup is focused on establishing a dynamic, team-driven, exciting culture that enhances the way fans understand, consume, and enjoy sports on a daily basis. 

Pro Sports Outlook, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, or protected veteran status. PSO fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people will help us grow, innovate, and establish Pro Sports Outlook as one of the greatest sports content platforms in this rising digital era.

* You must be legal to work in the United States.*

  • Submit Resume detailing previous experience 
  • Optional Cover Letter explaining why you would be a great fit 
  • Optional portfolio demo/link
  • Optional link to LinkedIn profile
  • Send the above or any questions to [email protected] by December 31, 2024 (sooner the better)