Social & Digital Content Coordinating Production Intern

The Opportunity

The Social & Digital Content Production Intern will work closely with the Social & Digital Content team on digital content distribution, publishing and growth strategy with a focus on Grind City Media. They will support analytics process for social media campaigns and digital content. They will assist with the day-to-day operations for our YouTube channels, Apple Podcast, Spotify and publishing Grind City Media shows. They will also assist in the execution of Grind City Media content on social platforms.

In This Role You Will

Support efforts in loading, publishing and optimization of content to their assigned YouTube channels and day to day operations.

Collaborate with producers in uploading, publishing and optimization of podcasts to Spotify, Apple and other podcast platforms through Spreaker.

Create clips, including in vertical video format, for promotion of Grind City Media shows.

Assist in the production and publishing of content in the Grind City Media mobile app.

Work with on-air talent, show producers, marketing and other departments to develop and optimize content, clips, titles, thumbnails, tags, descriptions, cards, playlists, and other content/features across the channels.

Work with on-air talent, show producers and other departments to be aware and act on emerging trends within the social video and podcasting sports landscape.

Work with the Social and Digital Content Producer to maintain brand voice with high spelling and grammar standards across channels.

Assist in distribution and posting of social media content on Grind City Media channels, including game coverage, show, and clips.

Assist with fan engagement, YouTube community tab management, comment moderation and livestream activities.

Work with Director of Programming and Digital Content to maintain master publishing calendar.

Work with the social strategist and analytics team to create regular reports and share channel performance with organization stakeholders.

Pay attention and act on emerging trends within the social video and podcasting sports landscape.

May perform other duties as assigned.

The Experience You Will Bring

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Communications or a related field.

Minimum 1-2 years related work experience.

Demonstrated passion for sports-oriented media, YouTube and social video space.

Experience using YouTube's Creator Studio.

Experience writing social media copy, video titles and descriptions.

Proficient knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop, especially for creating thumbnails and show promotional graphics.

Strong written and oral communication skills, with high proficiency in English copy.

The ability to quickly assimilate new information and learn new skills is critical.

Excellent computer skills including MSExcel, MSWord, & MSOffice.

Must be focused, extremely detail-oriented and highly organized.

The ability to juggle multiple tasks and timely completion is critical.

Must be a team player with a strong fan focus.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends as required.

Nice to Have:

Knowledge of sports and entertainment, specifically NBA basketball.

Experience interpreting data and sharing analytical conclusions.

Knowledge in search engine optimization for content (SEO) for content distribution.

Proficient knowledge and use of podcast hosting and analytics (Spreaker, Transitor, Captivate, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)

Any experience working with social analytics platforms.

What We Offer

At the Memphis Grizzlies, we strive to support our team members through all stages of life with robust and attractive benefits, financial and wellness options and great perks. In addition to offering a competitive salary, we have other great benefits and perks.

Keeping You Healthy

Industry leading health coverage

Short and Long-term disability

Team Member and Dependent Life Insurance

Group Voluntary Benefits

Wellness programs through EAP and Headspace

Discounts and Perks

Team Store Discounts

Happy Hours and other fun activities

Qualified parking and game night meals

NBA Sponsored Discount Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Employee Recognition Programs

Taking Time Off

Generous paid holidays, including but not limited to, MLK Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day and more

Professional Growth & Development

Gain coveted work experience

Develop and refine skills applicable to future careers

Establish and foster critical networking connections

Gain confidence and master professional soft skills

Memphis Basketball LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and team members fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

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