The Houston Astros are looking for a rising social media professional who will help develop, execute and analyze social media initiatives, with a focus on gameday content. This person will also support the Social Media Coordinator with ad-hoc projects, including but not limited to weekly performance reports and sponsored content.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist with in-game content for Twitter, Instagram Feed & Stories, Facebook to help grow and engage the Astros social audience.
• Utilize Slate asset library to build and execute real-time, in-game content that meets the needs, requirements, and brand standards of the Astros organization. This may include but is not limited to daily lineup graphics, broadcast highlights, final scores.
• Utilize Greenfly to communicate with Live Content Creators at each ballpark to ensure content is being captured for away game needs.
• Assist on other marketing projects and campaigns throughout the season including reporting, sponsored content tracking, creative updates and more.
• Stay up-to-date with trends on existing and emerging platforms.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• 1+ years’ experience in social media, sports or entertainment experience preferred.
• Flexibility and willingness to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Game day duties required.
• Creative, energetic, and proactive approach to work.
• High proficiency in Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, other emerging platforms.
• Proficiency in photo editing and fundamental design tasks in Photoshop, understanding of Adobe Premier is preferred. Video shooting and/or editing a plus.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.