Seasonal Social Media Assistant

Full Time Job
Title: Seasonal Social Media Assistant
Department: Communications
Reporting to: Director, Social Media
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
Type: Seasonal (March – October 2023)
Pay Rate: $16-20/hr
Hours Per Week: 25-30
Location: Oakland, CA

Job Summary

The Oakland Athletics are currently seeking a rising social media professional who will help develop, execute and analyze social media initiatives, with a focus on gameday content and community events. This person will also support the Social Media Coordinators with ad-hoc projects, including but not limited to weekly performance reports and publishing sponsored content.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist the social media team with the development and execution of engaging content for TikTok, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram (Feed, Reels and Stories), and LinkedIn.
• Assist with content capturing for social platforms on game days and at off-site promotional, community and sponsor events.
• Monitor the daily social conversations of fans, influencers, other brands, and teams to identify trends and best practices.
• Work in partnership with the Social Media Coordinators to collaborate with internal stakeholders (including marketing, sponsorship, sales, and community) to manage project expectations and deliverables for events and campaigns.
• Write entertaining, accurate copy and interact with our fans in an authentic voice.
• Assist with monitoring player social media accounts to provide recommendations to encourage player brand development.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of the game of baseball.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Experience creating and posting social media content on various platforms.
• Experience creating photo, video, and/or graphic design content.
• Experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, etc.).
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (preferred).
• Excellent written, verbal, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized, with exceptional prioritization skills
• Ability to effectively balance multiple priorities

Diversity Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies diverse voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented and diverse team members, we've created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

COVID 19 Consideration

All Oakland A's employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and must provide documentation of complete vaccination status as part of the pre-boarding process. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation.