Wasserman is a global leader in sports, music, entertainment and culture. Founded in 2002, Wasserman represents many of the world's most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman operates globally across 27 countries and more than 62 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com.
Please note: This is an unpaid internship. Candidates must be eligible to receive college credit as compensation for this internship. Candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will need to submit proof of eligibility to receive academic credit for their time interning with Wasserman, and will be disqualified if they are unable to do so. Duties:
Assist in the development, implementation, and social media strategy for Wasserman social accounts - specifically basketball, soccer and The Collective (women's practice)
Help with copywriting and design in Canva to ensure content is informative and compelling
Collaborate with other Wasserman departments
Measure the success of social media campaigns
Keep abreast of the latest social media best practices and technologies
Suggest new and creative content ideas as well as conduct research and social media scans for a wide list of clients
Communicate with industry professionals and influencers via social media to create a strong network
Weekly email development and strategy
Requirements
Degree currently in progress, preferably majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Media, etc.
Strong writing and editing capabilities
Strong Canva or Photoshop and Excel skills
Knowledge of the media landscape, including print, online, broadcast, etc. as well as basketball, soccer and women's sports/music/entertainment and activism
Awareness of industry trends
Thorough understanding of social media, especially Twitter, Instagram and Facebook
Well-developed communication, organizational and time management skills, as well as basic administrative skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple priorities and strict deadlines
Strong attention to detail and highly organized
Displays indications of being loyal and trustworthy with the organization and clients
Well-developed analytical and problem solving skills
Must be able to receive college credit for an internship opportunity
Time commitment expectation of 30-40 hours per week
Benefits Educational Benefit to Students:
Interns will attain a rewarding learning experience by interning for a large sports/entertainment company, as well as learning the importance of business organization and management. They will make connections with industry leaders to obtain exposure to the strategies behind digital management and marketing in sports.