Washington Nationals
Social Media Associate (Limited Term)
Washington Nationals, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Social Media Associate (Limited Term)
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Summary The Washington Nationals are seeking a seasonal Social Media Associate for the 2026 season to fill a key position within the Marketing Department on the Nationals’ social team. You will be working directly with Nationals players, mascots and more to help create content for and execute the digital voice of the Washington Nationals. This position will be tasked with projects in the office and during both home and road (remote) games. Interested candidates must submit a resume and a portfolio (or other access to digital work).
Work Availability The Social Media Associate will need to be available to work in person at Nationals Park in Washington, DC from approximately February – October 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with social strategy, ideation, execution and management of club’s social media platforms including Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Threads, Snapchat, and Bluesky.
Play a key role in managing the Nationals’ ancillary channels, including Nationals Player Development, Nationals Park, and Screech.
Assist with real‑time coverage of Nationals home games, from batting practice to pre‑game coverage to the game itself.
Ideate, shoot and edit original short‑form video content.
Assist in maintaining social media calendar.
Support execution of internal and MLB sponsored content.
Assist with weekly analytics reports using Sprout Social.
Research and monitor other team and league social accounts and digital trends to develop new concepts, ideas and best practices.
Gain experience in a professional press box setting and learn the gameday workflow of the Nationals social team both on‑field and in the press box.
Communicate and collaborate with MLB and departments throughout the Nationals organization on digital and social media initiatives throughout the season.
Other administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in digital media, communications or relevant field or equivalent work experience.
1+ year of experience working in social media, digital media, or communications in a professional or collegiate sports gameday environment.
Understanding of internet culture and remaining up-to-date with social media standards and trends.
Proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and the Adobe Creative Suite preferred with graphic design and video editing experience.
Attendance at most Nationals home games as well as remote coverage of most Nationals road games.
Knowledge of baseball.
Social media analytics and/or reporting experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a professional attitude.
Strong copy‑writing skills preferred.
Ability to work from February through the end of the 2026 season.
Available to work 40 hours weekly, including holidays, evenings and weekends.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Office: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work requires weekend and/or evening work whenever there are games or events scheduled.
Gameday: Job requires employee to function occasionally in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. May work at heights. Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Must be able to be productive in an environment where the noise level can be high. Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by schedule and deadlines.
Compensation The projected wage rate for this position is $17.95 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Social Media Associate (Limited Term)
role at
Washington Nationals
Summary The Washington Nationals are seeking a seasonal Social Media Associate for the 2026 season to fill a key position within the Marketing Department on the Nationals’ social team. You will be working directly with Nationals players, mascots and more to help create content for and execute the digital voice of the Washington Nationals. This position will be tasked with projects in the office and during both home and road (remote) games. Interested candidates must submit a resume and a portfolio (or other access to digital work).
Work Availability The Social Media Associate will need to be available to work in person at Nationals Park in Washington, DC from approximately February – October 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with social strategy, ideation, execution and management of club’s social media platforms including Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Threads, Snapchat, and Bluesky.
Play a key role in managing the Nationals’ ancillary channels, including Nationals Player Development, Nationals Park, and Screech.
Assist with real‑time coverage of Nationals home games, from batting practice to pre‑game coverage to the game itself.
Ideate, shoot and edit original short‑form video content.
Assist in maintaining social media calendar.
Support execution of internal and MLB sponsored content.
Assist with weekly analytics reports using Sprout Social.
Research and monitor other team and league social accounts and digital trends to develop new concepts, ideas and best practices.
Gain experience in a professional press box setting and learn the gameday workflow of the Nationals social team both on‑field and in the press box.
Communicate and collaborate with MLB and departments throughout the Nationals organization on digital and social media initiatives throughout the season.
Other administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in digital media, communications or relevant field or equivalent work experience.
1+ year of experience working in social media, digital media, or communications in a professional or collegiate sports gameday environment.
Understanding of internet culture and remaining up-to-date with social media standards and trends.
Proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and the Adobe Creative Suite preferred with graphic design and video editing experience.
Attendance at most Nationals home games as well as remote coverage of most Nationals road games.
Knowledge of baseball.
Social media analytics and/or reporting experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a professional attitude.
Strong copy‑writing skills preferred.
Ability to work from February through the end of the 2026 season.
Available to work 40 hours weekly, including holidays, evenings and weekends.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Office: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work requires weekend and/or evening work whenever there are games or events scheduled.
Gameday: Job requires employee to function occasionally in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. May work at heights. Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Must be able to be productive in an environment where the noise level can be high. Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by schedule and deadlines.
Compensation The projected wage rate for this position is $17.95 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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