Social Media Associate

Who we are: The mission of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans is to be #1 in everything we do and to be a global brand to all of our fans. We take pride in the growth and success of the entire Gulf Coast region and are committed to leveraging our resources and goodwill to foster meaningful change for the greater good of society and our community. We celebrate individuality and value all identities and experiences, and value the perspectives of our team members. Our team members are integral to our success, and we stand beside them through success and hardship.  We make it a priority to make all team members feel included and their opinions be heard. Together, we win!    Who you are: You want to be part of a team that values community, integrity, excellence, and an organization where people come first and are celebrated. You love the industry of sports, and are excited by the potential of working for two major leagues, the NFL and the NBA. You understand and appreciate that New Orleans is a unique city with so much to offer, and you want to be a part of the vibrant community that wants to see its teams be the best. You are passionate, driven, ready to work hard and have fun.   Position Summary: The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans Associate Program is a ten-month program that exposes entry-level candidates to the business side of sports. These intern level positions work across both the NFL and NBA seasons, and work full-time hours in various departments within our organization.   This temporary position is based in the New Orleans, LA area, and will run from June 9, 2025 – April 17, 2026.   What you will be doing: Assist with running the official social media accounts for the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and Weibo Help with idea generation, content development, planning and scheduling for all social media platforms Ideate, shoot, and edit daily videos for the teams’ TikTok and Snapchat accounts Provide social coverage on gamedays and other live events Evaluate and interpret performance analytics for the purposes of designing fan/follower growth strategies and engagement level improvements Work with the Corporate Partnership department to ensure the successful execution of partner-affiliated social media posts and promotions Monitor best practices and trends in organic and branded social media Monitor, recognize and implement ongoing improvements to the workflow and output of each channel     What you’ll bring:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college is preferred; in Digital Media, Public Relations, Communications, or relevant field and/or equivalent work experience Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop; graphic design experience is required. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, internet and Outlook to effectively perform duties as listed above Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, as well as a strong visual sense of cohesiveness Possess strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented Ability to work well both independently and with a team as well, as perform under the stress of deadlines Adaptable, and able to react to change productively and assume other tasks as assigned Knowledge of the New Orleans market, the NBA, and the NFL is preferred Must live in or be willing to relocate to New Orleans for 10 months Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed based on the schedules of the NBA and NFL The position will be required to lift and stack boxes in excess of 40 lbs.   What we offer: Medical Insurance Options 401K Program with Company Contribution Paid Holidays Wellness Program and Gym Membership