The Menace is looking for highly motivated college students interested in being a part of the United Soccer League team in Des Moines. The ideal candidates will demonstrate initiative, the ability to multi-task, a willingness to learn and a positive attitude. This is a paid, full-time summer position.
How to apply: Please submit an intern application (found at
www.menacesoccer.com/employment), resume, and portfolio to
[email protected] Application will be reviewed as they are received so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Responsibilities
- Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within industry, local market and corporate/non-sports media.
- Identify compelling and creative sports and corporate/non-sports storylines to pitch to media and bring them to life.
- Assist in coordination of events such as press conferences, match days, community events, media days, etc.
- Support the development of departmental publications (e.g., press releases, media advisories, game notes, media guide, strategy and messaging, etc.).
- Monitor and report on team coverage in new and traditional local and national media.
- Compile, archive and distribute local and national media clips.
- Maintain and update all media archives, including quotes repository and press materials.
- Will be expected to work all Des Moines Menace home matches including helping with stadium setup/teardown, promotions, customer service, and marketing initiatives.
Qualifications
- Knowledge and interest in soccer and sports.
- Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Show proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop and the Creative Suite
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects at a time with tight deadlines.
- Passion for engaging audiences, working with others, storytelling, outside the box thinking and pushing the creative boundaries of sports video content.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
- Knowledge of social media monitoring.
- Proven team player who is willing to work long days, nights, and weekends
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. As part of the same corporate family as Kum & Go convenience stores, all Menace associates are expected to uphold the company's values: Passion, Integrity, Teamwork, Caring and Excellence.
