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Are you a social media enthusiast with a passion for baseball and a knack for storytelling? The Mid-State Melon Mashers, a dynamic wood-bat baseball team, are seeking a creative and driven Social Media Intern to join our team for the upcoming season. This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports marketing and content creation, helping us connect with our fans and grow our digital footprint. Key Responsibilities
- Manage and execute daily operations across all Mid-State Melon Mashers social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok.
- Develop, create, and schedule compelling multimedia content (graphics, photos, videos, reels, stories, GIFs) that aligns with team branding and engages our audience.
- Provide real-time, engaging coverage of games, practices, and team events, including live updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and player spotlights.
- Monitor social media trends, platform updates, and engagement metrics to optimize content strategy and identify growth opportunities.
- Work closely with players, coaches, and front office staff to conceptualize and produce original, authentic content.
- Actively contribute to strategies aimed at increasing follower count, engagement rates, and overall brand awareness throughout the season.
- Assist in community management by responding to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner.
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Sports Management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated passion for baseball and a strong understanding of the sports industry.
- Proficiency with major social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok) and their respective content formats.
- Experience with content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software) is a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, including evenings and weekends during game days.
- Creative mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and executing new content ideas.
- Hands-on experience in sports social media management and content creation.
- Opportunity to build a portfolio of published work.
- Mentorship from experienced sports professionals.
- Exposure to the operations of a professional wood-bat baseball team.