AAJA Sports Task Force x Bleacher Report Social Content Internship

In partnership with AAJA Sports Task Force, Bleacher Report is offering an exciting internship opportunity that will allow the selected candidate to explore the world of sports media, while also tapping into the resources and networks that directly speak to the AAJA STF mission. In conjunction with the paid internship, the selected candidate will be receiving a $5000 AAJA STF x B/R scholarship. February 14 deadline!

THE INTERNSHIP

With exposure to the DEI resources at WBD, the selected intern will be dedicated to the B/R Social Content team and paired with a mentor to guide them through navigating the sports industry, aligning with the AAJA STF mission.

The Social Content team is responsible for brainstorming and producing short-form social content along with our design team against the largest moments in sports and culture. This shared-resources team supports the many portfolios at Bleacher Report and oversees content production including but not limited to graphics, illustrations, animations, short-form video executions and more. 

The DAILY:

• Supporting associate producers, producers and senior producers to brainstorm, develop and produce sport-specific content including but not limited to NBA, NFL, College Sports, Gambling, MLB, Soccer, Combat Sports and more.

• Compiling notes, images and footage to guide content though the back end of production work.

• Write basic scripts for short-form content executions to live on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Instagram Stories, YouTube and TikTok

• Assist in preparing for and executing field shoots with lead producers.

THE ESSENTIALS:

• Have an understanding of content creation in the social space, social media platforms, and sports news 

• Have experience working with content calendars and creating basic content executions for large sports brand social media accounts

• Experience in journalism/sports preferred but not required

• Have extensive knowledge and an extreme passion for internet sports culture

What to know before applying:

• The duration of the program is 10-12 weeks dependent on the student’s availability based on semester schedule

  • Program date options:

    • Start Date: June 2 or June 9

    • End Date: August 15 or August 22

• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity. 

• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided. The selected intern will also receive a $5000 AAJA STF x B/R Scholarship.

• Interviewing will take place from February through mid-April. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates