Director, Digital Marketing with Monumental Sports & Entertainment in Washington · DC

FULL TIME

MSE proudly promotes its core values for all those that interact with the company. As a member of our team:

1. You will provide first-class customer service and value for our fans.

2. You will champion a double-bottom line that engages, unifies and gives back to the community we serve.

3. You will work tirelessly to build generationally exceptional teams that compete for championships year after year and create lifelong memories for our fans.

4. You will measure performance with specific objectives and metrics and our analysis and decisions are compelled by data.

5. You will prize leadership, but you should value teamwork and collaboration and transparency even more. We treat each other with respect. We act with honesty and integrity. We remain humble.

6. You will innovate. We are nimble and first to market. We are not averse to risk.

7. You will have fun. We are in the business of happiness.

Position Overview: The Director, Digital Marketing is responsible for leading digital marketing strategy, including web destinations, social media, and paid digital media, for the NBA G League’s Capital City Go-Go and WNBA’s Washington Mystics. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and lead all aspects of digital marketing campaigns designed to increase consumer awareness, drive ticket sales and game attendance, and drive existing fan engagement. 

• Lead the development of overall digital communications strategic plans.

• Design and execute a robust digital influencer initiative to support business objectives. 

• Support the email marketing team to help manage content and help drive integration with digital marketing strategy and campaign tactics.

• Drive strategic improvements into consistent application across all touchpoints. 

• Ensure digital and social communications are branded consistently and in-line with Team design direction. 

• Work with the Business Intelligence team to measure the effectiveness of the digital and social marketing programs in order to identify and develop opportunities for improvement. 

• Support the League and other external partners to lead and optimize joint initiatives. 

• Work with internal stakeholders and designers to ensure that creative communications used in digital are in line with the overall Team Marketing. 

• Drive new digital and social media communications innovations into testing and practice.

• Lead, develop, and retain an engaged, high performing team. 

• Evaluate employee performance and provide mentoring feedback by defining individual objectives and development plans that align with business goals. 

• Identify and assist with recruiting and attracting the best talent. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree. 

• 3+ years digital marketing experience; sport digital experience.

• Digital marketing certification and/or qualification. 

• Experience in web, social, search engine, display and email marketing. 

• Experience and in depth understanding of paid, owned and earned digital media. 

• Experience working as a people leader.

• Ability to carry out all digital functions. 

• Marketing experience with an expertise in digital marketing. 

• Great project management, interpersonal, and analytical skills. 

• Outstanding work ethic, strong desire to succeed, eagerness to learn, integrity and a passion for sports. 

• Ambitious nature and positive attitude. 

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Digital Marketing & Social Media Manager

FULL TIME

To apply for this job email your details to digitalmanager@sonomaraceway.com

Overview

About the position: The Digital Marketing & Social Media Manager will oversee all digital/social media communications and resources to market Sonoma Raceway and its major events to drive ticket sales, fan engagement, and sponsor value.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for updates and maintenance to raceway website and all social platforms, including content creation, graphics, photo, video and other updates to enhance user experience and fan engagement.

• Plan, organize and execute all digital content as a coordinated effort across multiple platforms including website, social channels, email marketing and online

• Create a unique “voice” for the raceway across all social media channels, while utilizing content that best fits each platform.

• Work with Ticketing Department to strategize targeted database communications and update website ticketing pages and information.

• Assist in overall paid digital advertising strategy in conjunction with digital agency and internal social channels.

• Utilize established and emerging marketing platforms such as e-mail campaigns, mobile marketing and various social networking outlets to achieve quick, direct and far-reaching exposure for Sonoma Raceway, as well as its events and sponsors.

• Lead the creation and implementation of data collection campaigns through internal and emerging technology platforms.

• Assist in the planning, promotion & successful execution of Sonoma Raceway events.

• Work closely with race teams, drivers and racing series to ensure all aspects of the digital fan experience are completed according to raceway standards.

• Manage at-event elements including screen program, track announcers and screen production content and personnel

The ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Previous communications experience managing a brand or in an event environment.

• Experience and/or a passion for the sports and/or event industry.

• Positive attitude and ability to remain flexible in an ever-changing, collaborative environment.

• Self-motivator who is confident, energetic and creative.

• Solid written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to succeed in fast-paced environment; should be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize appropriately.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.

• MS Office competency required; experience with Photoshop, Premiere Pro and CMS platforms helpful.

• Able to work occasional overtime and weekends for events.

• Able to carry up to 20 lbs.

Technical Skills

• Hardware: GoPro Cameras; Digital Photo/Video Cameras;

• Software: Windows, Mac, Adobe CS6 (Photoshop, Premier Pro, Lightroom), HootSuite, SproutSocial, Microsoft Office, iLife, 1Touch, tmMessenger, Google Analytics

• Additional: Knowledge of HTML & website infrastructure.

What you can expect from us:​

• Open communication from all members of the Marketing department.

• Fun, collaborative environment

• Passionate and professional colleagues

• Ability to work behind the scenes and gain hands-on experience at major motorsports events

• High standards of excellence

• Opportunity to maximize your abilities and learn new skills

• Fair compensation

• Occasional travel opportunities

Benefits:

• Annual salary

• Medical, dental and other insurance benefits

• 401(k) plan

• Vacation and paid holidays

Reporter

FULL TIME

To Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter to ian@frntofficesport.com with the subject line “Reporter APPLICATION”

Overview

Front Office Sports is a prosumer publisher at the intersection of two passion points: sports + business. FOS caters to an audience of sports business executives and sophisticated sports fans that crave an insider’s view of the industry – or prosumers as we often refer to them as. As part of our editorial purview, we cover the teams, leagues, properties, brands, and people of sports business.

Founded in 2014, Front Office Sports has been able to stand out by focusing on quality over quantity and delivering content in a voice that is relatable and fresh. We engage our audience through a multi-channel approach across social media, our newsletters and our website.

About Who We’re Looking For

Someone who, first and foremost, is curious. Someone who not only knows where to find engaging stories within the sports business world but is eager to seek out new ones. Someone who will gladly take an assignment but thrives on autonomy and generates their own story ideas.

Someone who can handle writing daily and turns around fast, crisp, clean copy. Someone who also aspires to do more ambitious work and is eager to work with an editor who will empower them to chase a big story. Someone who knows how to build and maintain a robust source network. Someone who can capably multitask and prides themselves on versatility.

What You’ll Do

• Write original content that will appear on the site daily.

• Work with the editor to ensure that stories are complete, fair and in context.

• Handle deadline demands while also covering breaking news when appropriate.

• Develop sources within the sports industry.

• Collaborate on content for the daily newsletter.

• Occasionally participate as talent in video, audio, and event-based content.

• Appear at events on behalf of the company.

• Engage on social media to promote your brand, the brands of colleagues and the Front Office Sports brand.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of reporting experience.

• Preference for those who have previously covered business-related topics.

• An understanding of how business and sports intertwine.

• Strong writing, spelling and grammar skills.

• Strong understanding of how to engage readers.

• Proficiency on social media platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong preference is given to candidates based in or willing to relocate to the greater New York area who can commute daily to our Manhattan office.

• Ability to carry over existing relationships with sources at teams, leagues, and other sports properties.

About Working For Front Office Sports

This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary and full medical benefits.

Front Office Sports is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply. Front Office Sports will consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Public Relations/Digital Marketing Internship

INTERNSHIP

Daytona International Speedway is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Relations/Digital Marketing Intern for Spring 2020.

This position will report jointly to the Director of Public Relations and the Director of Digital Strategy and will perform duties assigned by the Marketing and Communications team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with public relations and digital marketing efforts

• Assist with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube management/updates

• Assist with website and mobile app content management/updates

• Assist with mobile app strategy and execution, including beacon and push messaging

• Assist with coordinating and executing onsite social media fan engagement efforts

• Attend pre/post event planning meetings

• Assist with writing of press releases

• Assist with coordinating logistics for advance media events

• Assist with pre-race media center preparations

• Assist with pre-race press conferences

• Assist with developing talking points for radio, print and television interviews

• Assist with the ISC Archives and Research Center

Events to include:

• The Roar Before The Rolex 24 (January 3-5, 2020)

• BMW Endurance Challenge (January 24, 2020)

• Rolex 24 At DAYTONA (January 25-26, 2020)

• DAYTONA Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth - (February 8-16, 2020)

  • Lucas Oil 200 Driven By General Tire (February 8, 2020)

  • The Clash At DAYTONA (February 9, 2020)

  • DAYTONA 500 Qualifying Presented By Kroger (February 9, 2020)

  • Duel at DAYTONA (February 13, 2020)

  • NextEra Energy Resource 250 (February 14, 2020)

  • NASCAR Racing Experience 300 (February 15, 2020)

  • DAYTONA 500 (February 16, 2020)

• Bike Week at Daytona - (March 7-14, 2020)

  • DAYTONA Supercross (March 7, 2020)

  • DAYTONA 200 (March 14, 2020)

Spring interns are to start January 2, 2019 and run until March 20, 2020.

Housing not provided. Intern will be paid minimum wage.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or Sports Management

• Organization and communication skills

• Writing experience with press releases and web site copy

• A team player who is committed to the success of the event

• Knowledge of computer skills (Microsoft Office, Adobe, Photoshop etc.)

• Knowledge of social media marketing and related applications (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube)

• Website coding language (HTML, CSS, etc.) knowledge preferred but not required

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays during internship

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Social Media Manager USSSA

FULL TIME

Description of the Position:

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Social Media Manager Responsibilities

Reporting to the National Director of Marketing, this role is for a true storyteller—one who lives and breathes social media. You must be eager to use your communication skills and social media acumen to help achieve real business goals. A good collaborator with forward-thinking ideas about social media engagement, along with great writing and visual chops, is the best kind of candidate.

• Develop original, strategically-sound social media content by thinking creatively about opportunities to capitalize on events, announcements, and press coverage with a social-first mentality; should be comfortable capturing videos, photos, and soundbites from live events

• Draft social media content, as well as talking points for videos, on behalf of leaders

• Build and execute social media strategy through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, and audience identification.

• Create and generate captivating content, edit, publish and post/share daily (original text, images and video) that builds meaningful connections and encourages community members to take action.

• Optimize the company's social media within each platform to increase visibility of company’s social content. Engage with social media audiences.

• Use both organic and paid social media advertising methods.

• Help establish key metrics for success in community engagement. Capture and analyze the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and act on the information.

• Collaborate with other departments (graphic designers, content writers, Advance Media Group, product development, and sales/marketing) to manage reputation, identify key players and coordinate actions.

• Outreach to websites, influencers, and advertisers to create business relationships.

• Ensure social media content adheres to USSSA brand standards, and are integrated into the company’s sales, marketing and communication strategies.

• Assess and report on the performance of social media efforts using analytic and tracking tools; suggest and implement strategies to improve performance.

• Stay current on emerging trends in social media platforms, measurement and user habits to ensure our brands are properly positioned to capitalize on communication and engagement channels.

• Act as the voice of the brand across social media communities which include but are not limited to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter.

• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Clear communication skills with the ability to adapt style to audience

• Influential and confident presenter

• Ability to work individually and with cross functional teams

• Experience and familiarity with emerging media and digital technologies

• Enthusiastic team player, with a flexible approach to role and ways of working

• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and be very flexible in a fast paced, changing environment

POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO WORK A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE THAT COULD INCLUDE EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.