Summary

The Social Media Intern will work alongside the Buffalo Sabres social media team and assist in the daily operations of the department. This includes but is not limited to: day-to-day operational tasks, game day responsibilities for both the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bandits, and practice coverage.

This is a part-time, temporary role that will encompass the 2024-25 season (approximately August 2024 – May 2025).

 This position requires various day, night, and weekend hours, including some game day responsibilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage social media channels for Sabretooth and team dog
• Assist the Sabres social director and coordinators on game days with overall social media production, as well as practices and event coverage as needed
• Assist in day-to-day management of Buffalo Sabres social media inboxes
• Create and share content on all Buffalo Bandits social media channels during every home game and select away games
• Upload and optimize videos on YouTube
• Ideate and execute concepts for Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bandits TikTok channels
• Assist in Buffalo Sabres social media influencer execution
• Be an active member of the social media team – pitch ideas, remain current with social media industry trends, generate creative and compelling content

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Pursuing or completed a degree in Communications, Sports Management, Public Relations, or similar field
• Available to work evening, weekend, holiday hours as needed
• General understanding of social media platforms including X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube

Critical Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, grammar, and proofreading skills
• Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• General knowledge of Adobe Suite, specifically Photoshop and Premiere
• Passionate about. Customer service
• Must be dependable, willing to take initiative, and adapt to a variety of situations including a fast-paced environment

Compensation

• This role pays $15.00 an hour

Hockey Western New York, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer