Fall 2024
Tentative Dates: August 19, 2024 - December 13, 2024

ABOUT HCHSA

In sports, a dynasty is a team or individual that dominates their sport or league for an extended length of time. Over the last 25 years, The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) has served as the sports marketing agency for the city of Houston and Harris County and has dominated the competition with the hardware to prove it. HCHSA is responsible for bidding on and attracting new sports events to the Houston area, as well as overseeing the marketing and operations of those events. These events include NCAA Final Fours, NCAA College Football Playoffs, CONCACAF Gold Cup, FIFA World Cup Committee, MLB and NBA All-Star Games, ITTF World Table Tennis Championships and the annual National Battle of the Bands. See HCHSA in action HERE.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority is seeking well-rounded students looking to excel in the sports industry. Our Marketing Interns have an opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and hands-on experience working alongside the HCHSA Marketing Team.

SCOPE OF WORK

• Assist the Social Media Team in creation and development of content to distribute across all social media platforms. (Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube) - from writing copy, brainstorming ideas, editing videos, shooting content, etc.
• Assist with day-to-day interaction, publishing, and responses to the HCHSA social communities.
• Participate in weekly meetings with HCHSA Team
• Must be efficient in Adobe Photoshop and Premiere to assist the Social Media Team in graphic creation and template updating as well as video editing.
• Monitor daily content and fan engagement on various social media sites including: Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
• Research and share emerging social media practices and trends with the rest of the Social Media Team.
• Assist in digital media library archives
• On-site event support, set-up and teardown.
• Market research (general and event specific)

EVENTS SCHEDULE
August 14 - Hall of Fame Day

August 23 - 25 - National Battle of the Bands

Fall 2024 - Athletes in Motion

December 11 - Lombardi Awards

QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with various aspects of Adobe Creative Suite (preferred), please provide examples of work
• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Efficient with creating content on most social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) please provide examples of work
• Bonus Qualifications: Photography and/or videography experience with example work
• Eligible candidates must be enrolled as a full-time college/university student and must receive academic credit for this internship
• Applicant must be available for a minimum of 35 hours per week
• During event dates, must be available to work long hours including holidays, weekends, and evenings if necessary
• Lift up to 45 pounds repeatedly, work outdoors and stand for long periods of time
• Valid driver's license (be prepared to use personal vehicle to travel to and from site all of which will be within Harris County)

COMPENSATION
Unpaid position, not eligible for HCHSA employee benefits; academic credit only

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.

Job Questions:

1. Do you live in the greater Houston - Harris County area, or are you willing to relocate at your own expense.
2. Are you enrolled in a college/university course to receive credit for a Fall 2024 internship? ****Academic credit for the internship is required to apply.
3. Do you have reliable transportation?
4. Do you have experience in photography/videography?
5. Do you have experience creating content for Social Media Platforms?
6. Do you have experience work with Adobe Creative Suite?

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