Delray - Delray Beach Open

Delray - Delray Beach Open

Social Media Intern

Delray - Delray Beach Open - Intern
Delray Beach · FL
Internship · Social Media · Digital Marketing

About Us

The Delray Beach Open is an ATP 250 men’s professional tennis tournament held every February at the Delray Beach Tennis Center in Delray Beach, Florida. The tournament attracts thousands of spectators each year and is televised across the world. The Delray Beach Open Food & Wine Series (DBOFWS) also takes place on site throughout the duration of the tournament. DBOFWS offers fans upscale tastings, luncheons, and cocktail receptions.

Learn more about the Delray Beach Open here.

Learn more about the Delray Beach Open Food & Wine Series here.

About the Position

We’re assembling a social media team to work alongside tournament operations and capture every aspect of the event; including players, match play, fans, the Food & Wine Series, sponsors, partners, and all other elements of the tournament. The role involves creating photo and video content and turning it into a strategic, real-time social media plan during the tournament. This behind-the-scenes opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience and the chance to build a standout portfolio. Candidates must use their own equipment (camera, iPhone, microphone, etc.) to capture content.
 

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Tournament

●     Assist with developing a social media strategy
●     Support creating high-quality graphic templates including:
     ○     Match Results
     ○     Round Recap
     ○     Partner/Sponsor Feature
     ○     Fan Highlight
     ○     News/Updates
     ○     DBOFWS Event Recap

During Tournament

●     Assist with live coverage of matches, player appearances, fan activations, and VIP events across Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
●     Support the content calendar by drafting and scheduling posts before and during the tournament
●     Monitor trending topics and contribute to the creation of relevant, on-brand social content
●     Capture high-quality photo and video content on-site to be used across digital channels
●     Highlight behind-the-scenes moments, player interactions, sponsor activations, and fan experiences
●     Work closely with the digital marketing team to help maintain a consistent voice and visual identity across platforms

What We’re Looking For

●     Strong understanding of the rules of tennis. Being a tennis fan is a plus
●     Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, InShot, or similar tools
●     Experience working on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
●     Has a pulse on current trends
●     Confidence in short-form video creation, including filming and editing
●     Self-starter who’s organized, proactive, and thrives in high-energy environments
●     Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a small team
●     Candidates must use their own equipment (camera, iPhone, microphone, etc.) to capture content.
●     Candidates must be willing to work long hours during tournament days.

Compensation Details

●     Dates: January 26 – February 24, 2026 (In-person for dates listed below, mandatory availability)

     ○     February 7, 2026 (on-site for volunteer orientation).

     ○     February 13 – 22, 2026 (on-site for the full tournament). Typical hours: 7:00 AM-10:00 PM

●     Location: Delray Beach Tennis Center

●     Compensation: $400 stipend; academic credit available

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
 
Contact:
Elad Yair
Assistant Director of Business Development [email protected]

Job Questions:

  1. Do you have local housing available in or near the Delray Beach/Boca area?

  2. Are you available to work in person at our office in Delray Beach, FL from February 7 through February 22?