Creative Content/Social Media Internship

Creative Content/Social Media Internship

Major League Development Association / Virginia Beach City FC / Virginia Atlantic WFC

Department: Communications, Public Relations, and Content Creation

Reports to: Director of Communications

Background: The MLDA seeks a Creative Content/Social Media Intern to plan, develop and implement entry level and intermediate sports (soccer) programs for our MLDA brands serving over 1,000 youth.

Major League Development Association (MLDA):

The Major League Development Association (MLDA) desires to be a leading sports development platform in the United States by building a community of member and affiliate soccer clubs under the same association. This provides clubs of any size and in any market full-service access to industry professionals, processes and resources helping the clubs to grow and operate professionally.

We are dedicated to delivering accessible levels of participation, enjoyment and growth of sports in the United States. We specialize in providing leadership, management expertise, and resources in cities around the country including leagues, clubs, academies and events.

The MLDA's mission is to:

• Grow participation in sports both on and off the field for participants and fans.
• Establish accessible levels of competition and training platforms for participants
• while remaining proudly rooted in each local community.
• Develop, innovate and implement scalable processes to help lead and provide management expertise for member organizations.
• Help identify, secure and/ or invest into quality sports fields and facilities.
• Provide consistent educational opportunities for staff, coaches and athletes.
• Provide access and opportunity for the full player development model from youth to professional.
• Promote unity through sports tailored to each local community. By executing our mission statement, we are helping to shape solid foundations for player development and for fans to enjoy the sport while building sustainable organizations'

Brands: Below are examples of brands that MLDA oversees.

• Virginia Beach City FC – A semi-professional/amateur National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) team, established in 2013 and is competing in the NPSL Mid Atlantic conference.
• Virginia Atlantic WFC – A semi-professional/amateur competing in the United Soccer League - Women's League.
• Hampton Roads Soccer Academy – Official Youth Academy of Virginia Beach City FC, offering programing for kids ages 2- U19 at the beginner, intermediate and elite levels of youth soccer.

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Position Summary: MLDA / Virginia Beach City FC is looking for determined and innovative Creative Content/Social Media interns to assist in creating content across club social media platforms. Interns will work alongside the Director of Communications and have an opportunity to learn how a professional soccer club runs its social media accounts, covers events, games, and much more.

Please note: The individual will work roughly 20 hours per week. This is an internship. Competitive part-time pay or stipend may be negotiated upon performance and commitment

Location: Norfolk, Virginia (on-site)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend every home match and training sessions for both the men and women's teams. Work with the Director of Communications to report on the game from the team's perspective
• Collaborate with other Virginia Beach City FC promotional staff to create and share ideas for content on the team's website and the team's social media platforms
• Create and supply content for Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, etc.
• Edit social media content using Photoshop and video using Adobe Premiere
• Basic photography and videography skills are mandatory

Qualifications:

• Applicants working toward an undergraduate degree with an emphasis in marketing, public relations, graphic design, or other communications related field are preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have at least have an iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy/Note S8 or comparable model.
• Must have access to a laptop
• Proficient with Photoshop, Premiere Pro is a plus.
• Camera with high resolution video/photo capabilities is recommended
• Knowledge of soccer is preferred, but not necessary
• Strong understanding of digital and social media platforms.
• Maintain the highest level of professionalism within a pro team environment and in media work zones.
• High attention to detail and organization.
• Possess an outgoing, engaging, and professional personality.
• Multiple positions available (game day and/or full-time).

Other Details:

Duration of internship dependent on applicant's availability. Please remember these are internship opportunities. If you do not meet all the criteria, your application may still be accepted as these roles should be taken as learning opportunities.

To apply for this position, please email your resume and portfolio to

Job Type: Internship

Pay: $ $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Norfolk, VA Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Norfolk, VA 23513: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norfolk, VA 23513