Summer 2019 Internship Program - Public Relations Intern
This position has been filled - Job#: 453376384
Western Basketball Franchise
West Region
Sports Internship
Posted/Updated: 03/05/19
West Region
Sports Internship
Posted/Updated: 03/05/19
Job Summary
Summary: This position is responsible for providing a wide range of support to the Communications Department in all areas including, but not limited to, writing press material, pitching media stories, fielding media calls, running department-related errands, helping with special event planning and set-up, gathering research and performing some administrative duties for the Communication Department.
Key Responsibility Areas (KRA’s):
- Assists in writing press releases, media advisories and other media material as directed by the Communications Department.
- Responds to internal and external requests for information as directed by the supervisor.
- Builds and maintains current media lists.
- Clips all articles as directed by supervisor and maintains up-to-date media clips log.
- Assists in coordinating special events; duties can include receiving bids, preparing event time frames and schedules and final reports, etc.
- Assists in preparing and disseminating media material.
- Performs clerical duties (i.e., collecting messages, scheduling appointments, running errands, etc.).
- Other various duties and projects as assigned.
- NOTE: This is not a player-related position. The Communications Intern will work on business operations elements of the NBA Team, including community relations, Golden 1 Center , and partnership announcements.
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of Public Relations experience preferred.
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field preferred.
- Must be able to work game nights, extended hours, days, weekends and holidays when necessary.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, social media channels and Internet search capabilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining composure
- Must be goal, detail, and multi-task oriented with the ability to prioritize.
- Service oriented; committed to teamwork and catering to the customer.
- Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive information.
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