What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Communications position at KC Current?
Join the Team.
At KC Current, everything we do is in service of our fans, partners, community, and players. Our employees are stewards of that responsibility, working together to elevate the game and deepen our connection to Kansas City and beyond. With a best-in-class training facility and one of the first stadiums built specifically for a women’s sports team, KC Current is writing the next chapter with world-class talent and ambition.
Our employees are a team of competitive, passionate, and driven people who are dedicated to this sport, this team, and this community. We aim high, embrace challenges, and take action to get it done. We believe great things happen when we are united. We are seeking individuals who want to march on this mission with us as the world’s eyes are watching. We are making history in Kansas City and desire like-minded, high energy, driven individuals to join us on our journey.
Who are we hiring?
Our employees are a team of competitive, passionate, and driven people who are dedicated to this sport, this team, and this community. We aim high, embrace challenges, and take action to get it done. We believe great things happen when we are united. We are seeking individuals who want to march on this mission with us as the world’s eyes are watching. We are making history in Kansas City and desire like-minded, high energy, driven individuals to join us on our journey.
Who are we hiring?
The Kansas City Current is seeking an Intern, Communications to join our team. We are seeking a passionate and motivated individual to work closely with our experienced professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and gain valuable skills to build a successful career. They will receive real world professional sports experience writing, editing and publishing content for the club's various communications platforms. Tasks will include assisting with the day-to-day operations of the department as it serves as the new bureau and media conduit for the club.
What will you do?
- General department support including daily clips execution and administrative duties
- Composing and editing press releases
- Produce a variety of content over the club’s digital platforms
- Write, edit and post articles for the team website
- Gather quotes from players and coaches
- Sit in on practice, game and other press conferences and transcribe quotes following
- Research and organize stats before and after games
- Build and edit match notes
- Assist with media responsibilities and daily promotion of the organizational brand
- Assist in the development of the team media guide
- Write, edit, update and post player bios
- Other duties as assigned
What do you need to succeed?
Required
- Superior writing, editing, proofreading and communication skills including proficiency in AP style supported by at least two writing samples.
- Interested in pursuing a career in sports journalism
- Demonstrated writing and grammar proficiency
- Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism within a professional sports environment and in media work zones
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Detail-oriented
- Familiarity with sports communication, preferably soccer-specific
- Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment
- Availability to occasionally work long hours and handle some light physical activity
- Experience with InDesign, HootSuite and/or Sprout Social a plus
Special requirements of the Job:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, inclusive of weekends, nights (event evenings & overnight operation shifts) and holidays.
- Ability to monitor company communications and respond to time-sensitive matters with senior executives.
- Ability to work outdoors continuously for extended periods of time in all weather conditions
We value diversity and seek world-class employees of all backgrounds. The Kansas City Current values diversity and is looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, we comply with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.