Fall Internship - Social Media

FloSports, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

FloSports is seeking a social media intern to support the FloSports Content team. The role involves posting engaging content, content curation for various networks, and using analytics tools to improve engagement. A mentor will guide you through the program, which runs from late August through early January.

The position is paid at $18/hour with a minimum commitment of 20-25 hours per week. This internship offers hands-on experience in an OTT sports media company and exposure to sports marketing

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of social media platforms and audiences.
• Strong time management with ability to juggle tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with social media tooling and analytics platforms (Hootsuite, Sprout).
• Graphic design, photography and video production/editing skills are a plus.
• Motivation to learn about sports social media and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist with posting engaging social media content.
• Curate content for specific social networks and audiences.
• Apply best practices for social listening, tagging, reporting, and UTM linking.
• Collaborate with FloSports Content team to support goals.
• Be available August through December.

Skills

Social media strategy

Time management

Social media analytics

Graphic design

Video editing

Tools

Hootsuite

Sprout Social

Job description

FloSports is the leading digital platform for underserved sports, combining live and on-demand streaming, original programming, data, and technology to help sports grow their audiences and build sustainable businesses, from youth to professional levels. By bringing thousands of events and communities onto one platform, Flo creates scale where none previously existed, connecting passionate fans with the sports they love while giving athletes, organizers, and rights holders the tools to reach and engage a global audience.

Flo streams more than 50,000 live events annually across sports, including motorsports, wrestling, hockey, track & field, cheer, jiu-jitsu, NCAA Division II and III athletics, and more. We’re looking for people who are passionate about sports, embody accountability, collaboration, curiosity, positivity, grit, and excellence, and are motivated to help grow and elevate the communities we serve.

THE ROLE:

• Project based work with specific goals that can be added to your portfolio
• Holistic understanding of how video drives success in a fast-paced, performance-driven company
• Have a dedicated supervisor/mentor to guide and challenge you throughout the duration of the program
• Learn the ins and outs of an OTT sports media company
• This internship is available from Aug 24th through January 1st.
• Seeking a minimum availability of 20-25 hrs/week.
• This is a paid internship, offering $18/hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and assist with the posting of engaging social media content
• Curate and create shareable content appropriate for specific social networks
• Make use of best practices for social listening, tagging, reporting, UTM linking and custom audience development across all social channels
• Working collaboratively to support goals of the FloSports Content team
• Must be available from August through December

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have a demonstrated understanding of social media platforms, their unique audiences and how to use them to maximize engagement efforts
• Strong project time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment
• Candidates should have experience working with social media tooling and analytics platforms, such as Hootsuite or Sprout.
• Graphic design, photography and video production/editing skills a plus
• Highly motivated to learn about the world of sports social media

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

FloSports exists to elevate the communities, athletes, and sports that have too often been overlooked. That mission starts with our own team. We believe that a diverse, inclusive workplace—one where different perspectives are sought out, heard, and valued is essential to building a company that can truly serve the full spectrum of sports fans.

We are committed to creating a fair and equitable environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. To help mitigate bias and expand opportunity, FloSports uses a blind recruiting process that supports more objective, inclusive hiring decisions. We’re intentional in our practices because we believe the best ideas and innovations come from teams that reflect the diversity of the world around us.