Dec 1, 2017 - USA Baseball is looking for a Media Relations Coordinator. ... Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Ex
Coordinator, Media Relations
1) December 1, 2017 – August 30, 2018 2) May 1, 2018 – August 30, 2019 These two positions are 40+ hours a week. USA Baseball is willing to have applicants work part-time and remotely (out of season) if necessary. Position Reports to: Director, Media Relations (Brad Young) Background: USA Baseball is looking for a Media Relations Coordinator. The coordinator will report to the Director of Media Relations. This position helps execute USA Baseball’s media plan and is responsible for upholding the brand of our nation’s pastime through written communication and social media for USA Baseball’s events and national team programs. The Media Relations Coordinator will work closely with USABaseball.com (Powered by Major League Baseball Advanced Media), USABaseballPhotos.com, USABaseballShop.com, USA Baseball’s social media accounts, and the Sport Development department. Primary Responsibilities: • Answer daily media inquiries on behalf of the organization, including statistical requests and photo/video • Maintain the USA Baseball organizational history including results, rosters and statistics, as well as photos and videos • Review and compile daily clips featuring USA Baseball and other relevant mentions • Create, proof, and edit creative content for USA Baseball’s official website, USABaseball.com, including but not limited to game recaps, feature stories, series previews, etc. • Communicate with the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) to meet deadlines for Athlete/Team of the Month nominations • Assist in the planning and selection process for the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award • Serve as a primary media contact at all USA Baseball events held at the National Training Complex in Cary, N.C., and assist with game day preparations including script writing, social media advertising, media advisory creation, program creation, scoring, and content creation (recaps) • Assist the USA Baseball Media Relations Department and Press Officers at events such as the Tournament of Stars, National High School Invitational, and the National Team Identification Series • Assist all departments as needed for the organization Desired Skills & Experience: • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint • Proficiency/mastery in all social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter • Experience writing feature stories, game recaps, media advisories and press releases • Must have an excellent attitude and work well in a team setting • Flexible and adaptable work schedule for changing organizational needs • Candidates must be willing and able to work flexible, demanding hours
Preferred Qualifications: • Passionate about baseball with an understanding of the amateur baseball landscape • Ability to work in both a Mac and PC environment • Basic knowledge of HTML • Experience with GameChanger and StatCrew (The Automated Scorebook) is preferred • Ability to serve as an official scorer under Major League Baseball official rules • Basic experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (PhotoShop, InDesign) General Information: • Résumés and cover letters for internships are only accepted via email at
[email protected]. • USA Baseball will confirm (via email) receipt of your résumé within 48 hours. Candidates with whom USA Baseball would like to schedule an interview with will be contacted directly by phone or email. • Internship descriptions are simply a guide. USA Baseball will evaluate all resumes and determine the best internship opportunity for candidates. • All candidates should be in current pursuit of or possessing a bachelor's degree. • All candidates must possess excellent written communication, computer and interpersonal skills. • Candidates should indicate in their cover letter or resume if they have written and/or verbal proficiency in a foreign language. • For up-to-date information on USA Baseball, all candidates are encouraged to follow @usabaseball on Twitter and Instagram and like USA Baseball on Facebook. About USA Baseball: USA Baseball is the National Governing Body for the sport of baseball in the United States and is a member of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC). The organization selects and trains the Olympic, Pan Am, Premier 12 and World Baseball Classic teams (and all other USA Baseball Professional Teams); the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team; the USA Baseball 18U, 15U and 12U National Teams; and the USA Baseball Women’s National Team, all of which participate in various international competitions each year. The organization is responsible for the proliferation and health of the sport, and leads a number of amateur initiatives including PLAYBALL and Pitch Smart. USA Baseball also presents the Golden Spikes Award annually to the top amateur baseball player in the country. USA Baseball is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of USA Baseball to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
