What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media Intern position at North Adams Steeplecats?
The North Adams SteepleCats Social Media Intern is responsible for posting to all of our social media platforms, creating graphics, marketing the team and related activities, and increasing fan engagement. Responsibilities include:
- Creating daily content for the team’s social media accounts (Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok) and the team's website
- Capturing behind-the-scenes photos and videos of players and game action at home and away games
- Capturing photos and videos of fans, sponsors, volunteers, and themed events at home and away games
- Creating engaging short videos for TikTok and Instagram Reels
- Taking photos at community events and mascot appearances
- Editing pictures and videos
- Creating, updating, and publishing content: videos, stories, and photos
- Writing and posting original captions, tweets, etc.
- Produce pre-game interviews (can be pre-taped) and coordinate post-game player interviews
- Preparing content for future posts
- Creating engaging marketing material for in-person events, theme nights, game announcements, etc.
- Staying current with social media trends and technologies
- Monitoring and replying to fan comments, messages, questions, etc.
- Tracking and analyzing the team’s social media activity and engagement
Optimal Social Media Intern Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Capacity to think creatively and contribute new ideas
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Familiarity with programs like Photoshop or Canva
- Detail-oriented and strong organization and project management skills
- Understanding of social media platforms and appropriate use in a business setting
- Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to work varying hours: potentially early mornings, days, nights, and/or weekends
Additional Information: This internship is full time at 40 hours/week and runs from late May – early August. This is an unpaid internship, but the SteepleCats provide free local housing and a meal at home games. Eligibility for course credit varies by institution. Your own transportation is encouraged but not necessary.
The North Adams SteepleCats is a collegiate summer baseball team, bringing the best college baseball players from across the country to play summer baseball at Joe Wolfe Field in North Adams, MA. The team is part of the New England Collegiate Baseball League, a premier summer league that operates as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. The team is 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.