What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brand Ambassador position at Newport Polo?
Job Overview
Newport Polo is seeking candidates interested in hands-on experience in sports marketing and event production to gain valuable skills in event PR, marketing & promotions, sales, and operations. Our Brand Ambassadors work directly with the management team to experience and assist with all areas of managing the Newport Polo Club and Newport International Polo series.
Qualifications
Well-qualified candidates should be highly proficient in social media marketing across numerous platforms, including knowledge of current trends and various platform features, and experience in public relations. This position requires excellent written communication skills for all styles of business writing, from creative to advertising. Candidates must be well organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet required deadlines. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs. Experience using a basic website content management platform is preferred. Graphic design experience on the Photoshop platform is strongly preferred, including an understanding of image sizing, resolution, and color profiles. Event experience and photography skills are a plus.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- All prior work experience is important to qualify candidates.
This is a paid internship, open to the sophomore collegiate level and up - ideal for candidates with an interest in sports marketing, social media management, public relations, journalism, and event execution.
Responsibilities
- Social Media messaging, including curating, creating, editing, and publishing new illustration written content; prolific activity & engagement;
- Public Relations: Professional writing & dissemination of press releases; maintaining media relations and contact list;
- Develop written & illustrated news & editorial content, produced on website and in weekly digital eNewsletters;
- Sponsor Relations: Assist with promotional portfolio production and implementation including all marketing & client entertainment collateral;
- Production of promotional collateral for weekly polo matches;
- Communication with sponsors, visiting teams, public customers, and media;
- Assist with sales administration;
- Assist with distribution of membership materials;
- Assist with event prep and execution for Newport Polo's events, including the Newport International Polo Series, International Polo Charity Ball, Après Polo events, and Benefit Matches;
- Coordinate itineraries for international teams.
Schedule
The internship duration is May through August or September.
Weekly schedule:
- Tuesday - Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
- Saturday: 11 AM - 8 PM
Job Types: Full-time, Internship
Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $25
