Marketing, Communications, & Merchandise - Intern
Midland Rockhounds
2 hours ago
Internship
On-site
Midland, Texas, United States
Position Summary
The Midland RockHounds are seeking a motivated and outgoing Marketing,
Communications & Merchandise Intern to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas
of a professional sports organization. This position will work closely with the Marketing &
Merchandise departments and will have responsibilities spanning media relations,
grassroots marketing, photography, community outreach, retail operations and game-day
execution.
Media Relations
• Assist with the day-to-day execution of the RockHounds media relations efforts.
• Prepare and distribute weekly team updates, reports, statistics and other relevant
information to local TV sports directors and media contacts.
• Serve as primary point of contact for media members on RockHounds game days.
• Receive, coordinate and distribute media credentials for approved media members.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date media contact and credential list.
• Assist with coordinating media interviews, access and other game-day requests
needed.
Game-Day Content
• Serve as a photographer during RockHounds home games with emphasis on
capturing the overall fan experience
• Capture photos of fans, promotions, theme nights, giveaways, community groups,
entertainment, sponsor activations and other ballpark experiences.
• Work with the Marketing department to identify specific photography needs for
upcoming campaigns, promotions and events.
• Organize and properly store game-day photography for future marketing and
organizational use.
Grassroots Marketing
• Play an active role in the RockHounds' grassroots marketing efforts throughout
Midland, Odessa and surrounding West Texas communities.
• Research local baseball and softball tournaments, leagues and organizations and
identify opportunities to connect participants with RockHounds games.
• Contact tournament directors, league organizers, coaches and other
representatives to develop ticket opportunities for participating teams and families.
• Work with the Ticket Sales and Marketing departments to coordinate discounted
ticket offers and special opportunities for local baseball and softball organizations.
• Identify festivals, community events, youth sporting events, school activities and
other opportunities where the RockHounds can establish a presence.
• Represent the RockHounds at community events, tournaments and promotional
appearances as needed.
Kids Club & Fan Engagement
• Assist with the planning and execution of the Midland RockHounds Kids Club.
• Help coordinate Kids Club events, game-day activities, member communications
and special experiences.
• Assist with Kids Club membership fulfillment and distribution of membership items.
• Assist the Marketing and Fan Experience departments with additional fan
engagement initiatives throughout the season.
Merchandise & Team Store Responsibilities
• Assist with the daily operations of the RockHounds Team Store.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and accurately process transactions.
• Restock merchandise and maintain attractive and organized product displays.
• Assist with inventory counts, receiving shipments and organizing stockrooms.
• Pick, pack and fulfill online merchandise orders accurately and efficiently, helping
ensure timely shipment to customers.
• Assist with maintaining the online store, including updating product listings,
inventory availability and promotional items.
• Collaborate with the Merchandise and Marketing departments to help plan and
execute merchandise promotions, product launches and special events.
• Contribute ideas for marketing campaigns, social media promotions and in-game
merchandise initiatives designed to increase sales and fan engagement.
• Prepare merchandise for promotions, giveaways, special events and game days
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
The Midland RockHounds are seeking a motivated and outgoing Marketing,
Communications & Merchandise Intern to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas
of a professional sports organization. This position will work closely with the Marketing &
Merchandise departments and will have responsibilities spanning media relations,
grassroots marketing, photography, community outreach, retail operations and game-day
execution.
Media Relations
• Assist with the day-to-day execution of the RockHounds media relations efforts.
• Prepare and distribute weekly team updates, reports, statistics and other relevant
information to local TV sports directors and media contacts.
• Serve as primary point of contact for media members on RockHounds game days.
• Receive, coordinate and distribute media credentials for approved media members.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date media contact and credential list.
• Assist with coordinating media interviews, access and other game-day requests
needed.
Game-Day Content
• Serve as a photographer during RockHounds home games with emphasis on
capturing the overall fan experience
• Capture photos of fans, promotions, theme nights, giveaways, community groups,
entertainment, sponsor activations and other ballpark experiences.
• Work with the Marketing department to identify specific photography needs for
upcoming campaigns, promotions and events.
• Organize and properly store game-day photography for future marketing and
organizational use.
Grassroots Marketing
• Play an active role in the RockHounds' grassroots marketing efforts throughout
Midland, Odessa and surrounding West Texas communities.
• Research local baseball and softball tournaments, leagues and organizations and
identify opportunities to connect participants with RockHounds games.
• Contact tournament directors, league organizers, coaches and other
representatives to develop ticket opportunities for participating teams and families.
• Work with the Ticket Sales and Marketing departments to coordinate discounted
ticket offers and special opportunities for local baseball and softball organizations.
• Identify festivals, community events, youth sporting events, school activities and
other opportunities where the RockHounds can establish a presence.
• Represent the RockHounds at community events, tournaments and promotional
appearances as needed.
Kids Club & Fan Engagement
• Assist with the planning and execution of the Midland RockHounds Kids Club.
• Help coordinate Kids Club events, game-day activities, member communications
and special experiences.
• Assist with Kids Club membership fulfillment and distribution of membership items.
• Assist the Marketing and Fan Experience departments with additional fan
engagement initiatives throughout the season.
Merchandise & Team Store Responsibilities
• Assist with the daily operations of the RockHounds Team Store.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and accurately process transactions.
• Restock merchandise and maintain attractive and organized product displays.
• Assist with inventory counts, receiving shipments and organizing stockrooms.
• Pick, pack and fulfill online merchandise orders accurately and efficiently, helping
ensure timely shipment to customers.
• Assist with maintaining the online store, including updating product listings,
inventory availability and promotional items.
• Collaborate with the Merchandise and Marketing departments to help plan and
execute merchandise promotions, product launches and special events.
• Contribute ideas for marketing campaigns, social media promotions and in-game
merchandise initiatives designed to increase sales and fan engagement.
• Prepare merchandise for promotions, giveaways, special events and game days
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.