Communications Intern

One to three years experience in internship/position in public relations or sports information with a professional sports franchise, college sports information department or sports environment
Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate to high-profile athletes and media, are essential to position
Must be able to process and appropriately distribute confidential information on a daily basis
Ability to identify and navigate potential communication issues
Should possess sufficient creative skills to positively publicize the organization as well as its players and staff
Attention to detail, quality organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines important
Good computer skills, including knowledge of Adobe InDesign desktop publishing software and Adobe Photoshop, helpful
Strong knowledge of NFLOMG and other statistical databases is helpful
Needs to be able to work collaboratively with peers and possess a willingness to handle routine tasks
Needs to be able to work long hours, weekends and some holidays

Manages all aspects of online newspaper and magazine clippings on a local and national level, including distribution
Assists in compilation of team statistics, connections, series history, weekly update and maintenance of supplemental stats package
Work with third-party web developers while regularly updating player and team information on the Packers’ NFLOMG media website
Writes in-season, supplemental bios of select players
Assists with all aspects of information distribution including press releases, NFL releases, daily clips, overnight packet material, game notes and statistics
Assists in assembly and production of weekly, in-season media packets
Facilitates interviews with players and coaches in conjunction with other departmental staff
Produces flip card for all home games
Assists with player bios, statistics, general information as well as edits and proofs the annual Packers Media Guide as assigned by publication editor
Proofs weekly in-season publicity items: weekly press release/game notes, updated bios, supplemental stats
Contributes to other written materials of department, including the Season Review
Regularly transcribes team media availabilities for use by the communications staff
Staffs practice and media availability, as assigned
Assists with press-box setup for home games

To apply, use the external application link

April 12th, 2024

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