Intern - Communications

Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

JOB SUMMARY: As the Communications Intern, you will assist the Communications department in day-to-day operations. Applicant must have a strong desire to work in the sports industry, with specific knowledge of the game of baseball. Applicants must be willing to work 40 hours per week and must be able to work the entire season (January thru September/October).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
• Assist the Communications department with game day needs, office duties and special projects.
• Produce limited portions of daily pregame and postgame notes as needed.
• Assist visiting team PR representatives and local/national broadcast teams with various gameday items.
• Responsible for game and event day operational duties, including making copies, press box set-up, broadcast booth set-up and break-down, statistical information, daily clips and stat packs.
• Assist in the coordination of local TV & Radio outlets in accessing Globe Life Field.
• Help with day-to-day updates for online media information site.
• Respond to fan feedback & correspondence with fans via phone, e-mail and online requests in a knowledgeable and timely manner.
• Assist in the distribution of promotional elements to stations.
• Manage individual requests from broadcasters (i.e. ticket requests, office supply needs, etc.)
• Contribute to portions of game program.
• Assist communications department for non-baseball events at Globe Life Field as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Candidate must have experience in the communications sector with a professional or collegiate sports organization.
• Must maintain personal accountability for all tasks assigned.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign preferred.
• Strong proficiency in time management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• High degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
• Able to work game and event days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, including potential office work whether the team is at home or on the road.
• Strong desire to learn about and continue a career in the sports industry.
• Working knowledge of the game of baseball.
• Ability to multi-task and complete projects in a timely manner, often under tight deadlines.
• Must be able to effectively take and execute directions.
• Must maintain a professional appearance.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gqw1yz-3-145-170-226-42 in your application.