What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Trainee position at Biloxi Shuckers?
Position Overview:
The Biloxi Shuckers are looking for a Marketing Trainee to support our digital
and in-person fan engagement efforts. This role will assist with managing our social media
presence, engaging with fans, creating engaging video content, and supporting game day
operations. This position offers hands-on experience in sports marketing, with opportunities to
develop content and strategy within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
The Biloxi Shuckers are looking for a Marketing Trainee to support our digital
and in-person fan engagement efforts. This role will assist with managing our social media
presence, engaging with fans, creating engaging video content, and supporting game day
operations. This position offers hands-on experience in sports marketing, with opportunities to
develop content and strategy within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Social Media Management
- Schedule and publish daily social media posts on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok,
Twitter, and YouTube.
- Develop and execute video content, including behind-the-scenes, highlights, and
fan interactions.
- Assist with in-game social media coverage, posting real-time updates, game
highlights, and engaging fans.
- Create recap content to share game outcomes, promotions, and player
highlights.
- Produce filler content such as fun, educational posts to keep fans engaged
between games.
Community Engagement
Community Engagement
- Monitor and respond to messages and comments across all platforms, ensuring
fans receive timely and accurate responses, especially for game-day FAQs.
- Act as a point of contact for fan inquiries, focusing on ticketing, parking, weather
updates, and other frequently asked questions.
Analytics & Reporting
Analytics & Reporting
- Track social media metrics using Meta, Bitly, and Later, documenting
engagement and growth.
- Provide weekly and monthly reports to assess content performance and suggest
improvements.
Marketing Support & Game Day Duties
Marketing Support & Game Day Duties
- Assist with on-field promotions, giveaways, and crowd engagement activities
during games.
- Support grassroots marketing campaigns and ensure promotional material
distribution as needed.
- Pull tarp as necessary and occasionally wear the mascot suit as needed.
Office & Administrative Tasks
- Maintain an organized photo and video inventory to streamline content creation.
- Collaborate with the marketing team on campaign ideation and planning.
- Contribute to weekly planning meetings and report content ideas or findings.
- All other duties as assigned
Requirements:
● Availability for 20-40 hours per week, with flexibility depending on game schedules.
● Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field.
● Must work in person for game days and in the office during non-game weeks; remote
work is not permitted.
● Willingness to perform physical tasks (pulling tarp, mascot duties).
● Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter,
and YouTube).
● Proficiency in video content creation and basic editing skills.
● Effective written and verbal communication skills.
● Interest in sports and marketing is a plus.
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.