Athletx Sports Group
Event Social Media & Photography Contractor – New Year’s BaseballFest
Athletx Sports Group - Part Time
Panama City Beach, FL
Photography · Social Media · Media/Video Production
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Athletx Sports Group is seeking a dynamic and creative Social Media & Photography Contractor to join our team for New Year’s BaseballFest, taking place December 27, 2026–January 1, 2027, at Publix Sports Park in Panama City Beach, Florida.
This is a temporary, event-specific role covering one tournament at one event location. New Year’s BaseballFest brings together teams from across the country and includes teams from Athletx Sports Group programs such as Baseball Youth Elite and Game Day USA Prospect Teams, all competing as part of the same event.
The contractor will capture content throughout the tournament and organize and distribute that coverage for the appropriate Athletx brands. While social media and photography deliverables are separated by brand, all coverage will take place within New Year’s BaseballFest at Publix Sports Park.
The successful candidate will be responsible for capturing the energy of the event through compelling photography, video, and engaging social media content while highlighting the tournament experience both on and off the field.
Event Location:
Publix Sports Park
50 Chip Seal Parkway
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Applicants must be local to the Panama City Beach area or surrounding region and have reliable transportation and the ability to independently travel to and from Publix Sports Park each day. Travel, lodging, and transportation expenses will not be provided.
Compensation
$220/day × 6 days = $1,320 total
Key Responsibilities
- Capture content throughout New Year’s BaseballFest that can be organized and utilized across the appropriate Athletx brands.
- Develop and publish three daily social media posts for Baseball Youth Elite and three daily social media posts for New Year’s BaseballFest (six total posts per day) using content captured throughout the tournament.
- Capture and provide photography of Game Day USA Prospect Teams through a designated shared drive. Game Day USA photography will be captured as part of the same overall tournament coverage and does not require separate event coverage.
- Capture high-quality photos and videos of tournament games, opening and closing ceremonies, skills competitions, player experiences, fan engagement, and other key moments throughout the event.
- Provide timely and engaging tournament coverage across social platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and X.
- Identify content captured throughout the event that is appropriate for each brand and organize photos and videos accordingly.
- Edit, organize, and upload visual content according to established workflows and posting schedules.
- Write engaging, brand-aligned captions and social media copy.
- Collaborate with on-site event staff to identify key stories, athletes, teams, and moments to feature.
- Ensure content is appropriately separated by brand and follows New Year’s BaseballFest, Baseball Youth Elite, and Game Day USA brand guidelines.
- Assist with basic video editing and formatting for short-form social media content, including Reels and other vertical video.
Qualifications
- Must be local to the Panama City Beach area or surrounding region.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to independently travel to and from Publix Sports Park each day for the duration of the event.
- Must be available for all six event days, December 27, 2026–January 1, 2027.
- Proven experience in social media management, photography, and content creation, preferably within sports, events, or other live environments.
- Strong photography and videography skills with access to appropriate equipment, including a DSLR or mirrorless camera and necessary lenses.
- Proficiency with and access to creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva, with a strong working knowledge of Adobe Lightroom for photo editing and optimization. Presets will be provided to ensure brand consistency.
- Ability to quickly learn and effectively use HubSpot for content posting, reporting, and communication.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear, engaging, and brand-aligned social copy.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, on-site event environment while also collaborating with event staff and following written guidelines and direction.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly when sorting content between brands, managing files, and delivering photos and videos.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, throughout the tournament.
- Knowledge of youth baseball is a plus.
About This Tournament: New Year’s BaseballFest
New Year’s BaseballFest brings teams from across the country together in Panama City Beach, Florida, for a one-of-a-kind baseball experience to close out the year and kick off the next. The tournament also includes teams from Athletx Sports Group programs, including Baseball Youth Elite and Game Day USA Prospect Teams, all competing as part of the same event at Publix Sports Park.
While the contractor will create, organize, and deliver content for multiple Athletx brands, all coverage takes place within the same tournament and event location. Content captured throughout BaseballFest will be separated by brand to ensure each program receives the appropriate dedicated coverage.
With everything happening in one destination, BaseballFest creates a high-energy atmosphere filled with competitive baseball, memorable experiences, and exciting moments both on and off the field, all while giving players and families the opportunity to ring in the New Year together in Panama City Beach!
Why Join Us
- Gain hands-on experience in sports event marketing, photography, and social media.
- Build your portfolio with content from a large-scale youth baseball event.
- Gain experience capturing content for multiple sports brands within a single event.
- Work in an exciting, fast-paced tournament environment.
- Be part of a team dedicated to creating memorable experiences for young athletes and their families.
Application Process
If you are a creative and enthusiastic content creator with a passion for sports, photography, and social media, we encourage you to apply!
Please submit your resume and a portfolio or links to examples of your photography, videography, and/or social media work. Applicants should confirm their availability for all six event days (December 27, 2026–January 1, 2027) and their ability to independently travel to and from Publix Sports Park each day.
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.
