Communications Intern
Portland Timbers, Portland, OR, United States
The Communications Intern is responsible for providing administrative and overall support to the Communications/Public Relations Department. The Communications Intern will assist with department gamedays and daily activities. The areas of concentration include assisting in day-to-day media operations for Timbers2 (MLS NEXT Pro) training sessions and game days, setting up for game days for both Portland Timbers and Timbers2 at Providence Park, organizing and upkeep of statistical databases for Timbers2, and executing recap press releases for Timbers2.
This is a season long internship. Expected start April 1 and conclude at the end of the MLS season (can be flexible).
Compensation: $20/ hour, 20-24 hours per week
Responsibilities
Assist in the day-to-day media operations required for Portland Timbers & Timbers2 at training sessions and home games
Support Timbers & Timbers2 away games remotely
Executing recap press releases for Timbers2
Updating the club’s statistical database for Timbers2
Arrange interviews with Timbers2 players and staff
Transcribe press conferences
Collect and distribute daily media clips
Create Timbers & Timbers2 game notes
Assist with large club announcements pertaining to community initiatives, player signings, media days and press conferences
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Requirements
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary
Holds a degree in Communications or relevant college experience
Basic knowledge in Word, Excel and InDesign
Ability to write in AP Style
Spanish language skills are a bonus
Ability to work on site in Portland, Oregon
What We Offer
Experience in communications and public relations work in professional sports
A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment
Mentoring from Portland Timbers communications staff
Two complimentary tickets to Portland Timbers home matches
We are 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.
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This is a season long internship. Expected start April 1 and conclude at the end of the MLS season (can be flexible).
Compensation: $20/ hour, 20-24 hours per week
Responsibilities
Assist in the day-to-day media operations required for Portland Timbers & Timbers2 at training sessions and home games
Support Timbers & Timbers2 away games remotely
Executing recap press releases for Timbers2
Updating the club’s statistical database for Timbers2
Arrange interviews with Timbers2 players and staff
Transcribe press conferences
Collect and distribute daily media clips
Create Timbers & Timbers2 game notes
Assist with large club announcements pertaining to community initiatives, player signings, media days and press conferences
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Requirements
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary
Holds a degree in Communications or relevant college experience
Basic knowledge in Word, Excel and InDesign
Ability to write in AP Style
Spanish language skills are a bonus
Ability to work on site in Portland, Oregon
What We Offer
Experience in communications and public relations work in professional sports
A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment
Mentoring from Portland Timbers communications staff
Two complimentary tickets to Portland Timbers home matches
We are 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.
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