Intern, Communications

Texas Rangers

As the communications intern you will assist the Communications department in day-to-day operations. Applicant must have a strong desire to work in the sports industry, with specific knowledge of the game of baseball. Applicant must be willing to work 30 hours per week and must be able to work the entire season.

Job Functions:

• Assist the Communications department with game day needs, office duties and special projects
• Produce limited portions of daily pregame and postgame notes as needed
• Assist visiting team PR representatives and local/National broadcast teams with various gameday items
• Responsible for game and event day operational duties, including making copies, press box set-up, broadcast booth set-up and break-down, statistical information, daily clips and stat packs
• Assist in the coordination of local TV & Radio outlets in accessing Globe Life Field
• Help with day-to-day updates for Online Pressbox
• Respond to fan feedback & correspondence with fans via phone, e-mail and online requests in a knowledgeable and timely manner
• Work with promotions department for radio network promotional mail-outs
• Assist in the distribution of radio network tickets
• Assist in the distribution of promotional elements to stations
• Manage individual requests from broadcasters (i.e. ticket requests, office supply needs, etc.)
• Contribute to portions of game program

• Excellent written, verbal and phone communications skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with Adobe InDesign preferred
• Strong proficiency in time management and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• High degree of personal integrity and professionalism
• Able to work game and event days, evenings, weekends and holidays as required, including potential office work whether team is at home or on the road
• Strong desire to learn about and continue a career in the sports industry
• Working knowledge of the game of baseball
• Ability to multi-task and complete projects in a timely manner, often under tight deadlines
• Must be able to effectively take and execute directions