Social Media Intern
The Role
As a Social Media Intern, you'll play a vital role in developing and executing our social media strategy. You'll be responsible for creating engaging content across various platforms (Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, etc.), filming training sessions and Value Basketball-related content, and editing videos with a quick turnaround. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute your ideas and collaborate with the team to innovate our content strategy.
Responsibilities:
- Create 2-3 social media posts per week aligned with the content plan.
- Attend weekly meetings to discuss strategy, review analytics, and plan upcoming content.
- Film at least 5 hours of basketball-related content per week.
- Blend your personal style with Value Basketball's brand voice to create engaging and cohesive content.
- Propose ideas to enhance and innovate Value Basketball's content strategy.
- Edit footage in real-time with a quick turnaround (1-2 days).
- Create diverse content formats including reels, interviews, training recaps, long-form YouTube videos, podcasts, and more.
Skills & Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience filming sports content, with some experience filming basketball specifically is a plus.
- 1-2 years of experience editing social media content (photos, videos, reels).
- Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
- Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, etc.)
- Ability to blend your personal style with a brand voice to create consistent messaging.
- Creative and innovative with a passion for storytelling through video.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, professional, and responsive.
- Local to the Silver Spring Metropolitan area with access to consistent transportation.
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Preferred
- Familiarity or playing experience with basketball is preferred.
- Own your own equipment (camera, mics, editing software, etc)
What We Offer:
- Access to Value Basketball video production equipment (if needed)
- Gain valuable experience in the sports media industry.
- Grow your network.
- Work with a passionate and supportive team.
- Learn from industry professionals.
- Be part of a growing and innovative company.
- The opportunity to transition this internship into a full-time, long-term position (compensation based on performance).