Social Media Freelancer - Big Ten Network
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Fox Sports is an industry leader in live sports events, comprising various multi-platform sports assets, including the Big Ten Network.
Summary:
The Social Media Freelancer will manage and post content across various social platforms for the Big Ten Network. Applicants need at least one year of experience in social media, communications, or marketing.
Requirements:
Technology: Live Collage, photo editor apps
Hard Skills: social media, content creation, communications, marketing
Experience: 1+ years of experience in social media, communications, or marketing
Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Big Ten Network is looking for a remote Social Media Freelancer on the West Coast to join its team on a part-time basis. The Social Media Freelancer will work closely with digital staff and post content to various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube, throughout the Big Ten athletic calendar. This is a seasonal freelance position, from August to April, offering roughly 40 hours per week.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Clip and distribute live highlights on a nightly basis across all Big Ten sports
- Create engaging content across multiple sport-specific accounts
- Work with senior producers to monitor and share Big Ten social news
- Request dynamic graphic ideas from the graphics department
- Help monitor Big Ten Network studio shows for relevant social posts
- Travel to select Big Ten Championships to provide social coverage
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 1+ years of experience in social media, communications, or marketing
- Experience using Live Collage or similar photo editor apps
- Familiarity with Big Ten Network’s programming, talent, and brand initiatives
- Deep knowledge of Big Ten athletics
- Always connected and tuned into the latest Big Ten news
- Detailed knowledge and experience on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
- Team player who is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Strong handle of grammar, punctuation, syntax, and a social media voice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen editorial sense
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on a deadline
- Passionate about social media and the evolution of technology
- Able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
- Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Sport Management undergraduate track
- Photoshop knowledge