What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Assistant position at Oklahoma City Comets?
Position Title: Communications Assistant
Reports To: Director of Communications/Broadcasting and Communications Manager
Position Term: Late February-September
Introduction: The Oklahoma City Comets are seeking a Communications Assistant for the 2025 baseball season. The position will begin in late February and will conclude at the end of September, and the position is paid hourly. The Comets are the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers and make their home at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.
Job functions include but are not limited to:
- Assist with production of all baseball information, including the annual media guide, daily game notes and game recaps for both home and road games
- Assist with all press box operations during OKC Comets home games, including the following gameday positions: Data Stringer, BOSS Operator and Field Timing Coordinator
- Compile in-game video highlights for team and media use
- Develop original content for team publications and social media
- Assist with writing and production of team press releases and media advisories
- Help coordinate credential, interview and photo requests
- Potential on-air appearances via team broadcasts and/or social media, commensurate with experience
Qualifications:
- Previous sports information experience
- Strong baseball knowledge
- Strong writing skills (AP style)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Photoshop
- Must be available to work during all 75 home games at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark and assist as needed during the team’s 75 road games
- Cursory knowledge of Spanish is preferred but not required
- Completion or nearing completion of bachelor’s degree – Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
Salary & Compensation: Position is paid $15 per hour with a maximum of 40 hours per week, and the employee will be eligible for overtime. Compensation will increase during home games when performing the duties of Data Stringer, BOSS Operator or Field Timing Coordinator. Meals are provided prior to home games.
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.
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