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SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN

Intern Job Description

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Pastime with Purpose (PWP) is a 501(c)3 organization that enlists the support of community activated pro athletes to raise awareness and deliver impact to underserved groups of people in the US and abroad. 

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Position: Social Media Intern

Description: PWP seeks a relatable and confident self-starter to assist with managing our social media accounts. This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of media management while working for a fast-growing and highly public nonprofit organization based in sports and entertainment that serves not only on a national level, but international as well. Through this internship, you will gain real-world experience in building a following and managing social media accounts. Additionally, you will build a healthy portfolio filled with high-profile athletes and meaningful community service.

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Responsibilities:

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  • Update and maintain PWP's social media presence via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

  • Assist in planning, writing and managing monthly social media strategy calendar

  • Update the PWP website when needed

  • Attend monthly social media meeting, including preparing agenda and strategy

  • Collaborating with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and communications

  • Preferably be able to assist in content creation via Adobe software

Think you wanna take this on? Email 

sydney@pastimewithpurpose.org

with your resume and brief cover letter explaining why you think YOU would be the best candidate for this position!

Qualifications:

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  • Firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space

  • Completed or working toward a college degree, preferably in a related field (e.g., English,

    Marketing/Communications, or Public Relations)

  • Ability to act professionally with high-profile public figures 

  • Ability to naturally and genuinely interact with followers to create 2-way dialogue

  • Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency in Adobe, InDesign and Photoshop highly desired. Knowledge of HTML and graphic design a plus!

  • An effective communicator

  • Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines

  • Enthusiasm for nonprofit work, social media, and preferably baseball or sports in general

  • Start Date: Position open until filled, requires 3 – 6 month commitment.

  • Hours: 8 hours/week with one meeting/month to build strategy

  • Compensation: This is an Unpaid/Volunteer internship

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