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Social Media Fellowship Job at AEG in Concord

AEG, Concord, NC, United States, 28027


POSITION TITLE: Social Media fellow

DEPARTMENT: CMS Communications Team

REPORTS TO: Communications Manager and Social & Digital Content Manager

POSITION LOCATION: Concord, NC

DURATION: March to July

WHO WE ARE:

Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of 11 premiere facilities across the country owned and operated by Speedway Motorsports, LLC. The entertainment complex annually hosts two NASCAR weekends, two NHRA events, World of Outlaws racing, classic car shows and the Southeast's largest drive-through holiday light show, among other events.

After more than six decades of innovative firsts in entertainment and fan engagement, the speedway known as America's Home for Racing continues to be an iconic trailblazer in sports, entertainment and fan amenities.

WHAT THIS FELLOWSHIP ENTAILS:

The Social Media fellow will be a vital member of the Charlotte Motor Speedway Communications team throughout the fall semester.

The Social Media fellow will assist with live coverage of premiere events, work and engage with local and national media, along with a variety of motorsports industry stakeholders. This paid fellowship requires the Social Media fellow to be on property 20-25 hours during the week, with extended hours during event weekends. When not working events, the Social Media fellow will assist the team through content creation and various social media projects/assignments. By applying for this role, you acknowledge that you will be required to work select weekends.

Fellowship Goals:

  • Learn the craft of photography, videography, graphic design, social media coverage and response
  • Learn how the Communications department assists in the execution of promotions for events
  • Gain practical experience through hands-on experience creating content
  • Help execute event weekend social media coverage
  • Support the planning and executing of social media campaigns

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree (Communications/Public Relations, journalism, sport management majors preferred)

Skills/Experience

  • Strong understanding of various social media platforms and their best practices.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in photography and video editing software is a plus.
  • Creative and innovative mindset with an eye for detail.
  • Innovative thinker and self-starter
  • Knowledge of Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Understanding of social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc.)
  • High integrity and confidentiality


Work Hours

  • Fellows must be able to work an average of 20-25 hours per week. Extended hours are required on select event weekends.
  • Required dates are listed below:
    • April 3-5: Heritage Invitational and AutoFair
    • April 25-27: NHRA 4-Wide Nationals
    • May 23: NC Education Lottery 200
    • May 24: BetMGM 300
    • May 25: Coca-Cola 600
    • Every Monday and Tuesday of June and July: Cook Out Summer Shootout


APPLICATION:

To be considered for this fellowship, submit your resume, a link to your website or writing/creative samples, along with your social media handles.

In a paragraph tell us why YOU should be the Social Media fellow?

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Charlotte Motor Speedway provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants who 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.

Job Questions:
  1. In a paragraph tell us why YOU should be the Social Media fellow?