OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox Sports FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation's wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL's America's Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years. JOB DESCRIPTION
The Big Ten Network is looking for an On-Campus Content Freelancer to join its team. This role works closely with the On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editors (MVPEs), executing content plans and posting content to various social media platforms throughout the Big Ten athletics calendar.
This is a seasonal freelance position from July through May, offering roughly 40 hours per week, and is a hybrid position in the Chicago, IL, or Los Angeles, CA offices.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the team of On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editors (MVPEs) with day-to-day content management, planning, and distribution on social media platforms
- Support the creative development, production, and preparation of On-Campus content across Big Ten Network's social, streaming, and broadcast multiplatform channels
- Publish content across social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube) around live events
- Collaborate with the entire digital team to drive daily content, monitor Big Ten news, and align on social media strategies and distribution
- Ensure video content is optimized for social media consumption
- Ensure all content is aligned with brand standards, quality, and voice
- Distribute ad sales, sponsored social media campaigns driven by the On-Campus team
- Deliver finished content to key internal stakeholders (Remote, Studio, Originals, Marketing)
- Assist with social media analytics reporting to provide insights to the On-Campus team
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 1+ years of experience in social media, communications, or marketing
- Able to work flexible hours, which will include nights and weekends
- Deep knowledge of Big Ten athletics
- Extensive knowledge of all things culturally relevant to Big Ten Athletics and pop culture
- Organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and a team player
- Familiarity with Big Ten Network's programming, talent, and brand initiatives
- Detailed platform knowledge and experience posting content to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen editorial sense
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on a deadline
- Always connected and tuned into the latest Big Ten news
- Passionate about social media and the evolution of technology
- Excellent writing skills and attention to detail with grammar, brand voice, and spelling
- Outstanding organizational & project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to provide constructive feedback to others, as well as seek out and accept constructive feedback for your individual performance
- Demonstrated ability to be proactive, take initiative, and meet strategic deadlines in a dynamic environment
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
- Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Sport Management undergraduate track
- Experience with social media analytics - knowledge of the Emplifi platform
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $25.00-26.00 per hour.
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox Sports FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation's wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL's America's Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years. JOB DESCRIPTION
The Big Ten Network is looking for an On-Campus Content Freelancer to join its team. This role works closely with the On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editors (MVPEs), executing content plans and posting content to various social media platforms throughout the Big Ten athletics calendar.
This is a seasonal freelance position from July through May, offering roughly 40 hours per week, and is a hybrid position in the Chicago, IL, or Los Angeles, CA offices.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the team of On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editors (MVPEs) with day-to-day content management, planning, and distribution on social media platforms
- Support the creative development, production, and preparation of On-Campus content across Big Ten Network's social, streaming, and broadcast multiplatform channels
- Publish content across social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube) around live events
- Collaborate with the entire digital team to drive daily content, monitor Big Ten news, and align on social media strategies and distribution
- Ensure video content is optimized for social media consumption
- Ensure all content is aligned with brand standards, quality, and voice
- Distribute ad sales, sponsored social media campaigns driven by the On-Campus team
- Deliver finished content to key internal stakeholders (Remote, Studio, Originals, Marketing)
- Assist with social media analytics reporting to provide insights to the On-Campus team
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 1+ years of experience in social media, communications, or marketing
- Able to work flexible hours, which will include nights and weekends
- Deep knowledge of Big Ten athletics
- Extensive knowledge of all things culturally relevant to Big Ten Athletics and pop culture
- Organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and a team player
- Familiarity with Big Ten Network's programming, talent, and brand initiatives
- Detailed platform knowledge and experience posting content to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen editorial sense
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on a deadline
- Always connected and tuned into the latest Big Ten news
- Passionate about social media and the evolution of technology
- Excellent writing skills and attention to detail with grammar, brand voice, and spelling
- Outstanding organizational & project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to provide constructive feedback to others, as well as seek out and accept constructive feedback for your individual performance
- Demonstrated ability to be proactive, take initiative, and meet strategic deadlines in a dynamic environment
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
- Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Sport Management undergraduate track
- Experience with social media analytics - knowledge of the Emplifi platform
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $25.00-26.00 per hour.
