Marquee Sports Network, LLC is hiring: Marketing Intern in Chicago

We are seeking a Marketing Intern for our regional sports network. This paid internship will present the opportunity to learn about planning and execution of marketing activations and developing marketing strategies. The intern will collaborate across various departments. The ideal candidate is pursuing a career in sports and will arrive with select skills that can be sharpened during their time spent with Marquee Sports Network.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in marketing activations at a variety of locations throughout the summer
• Help design and print activation signage
• Assist with planning/scheduling promo assignments to editors
• Assist in executing department-specific and organization-wide projects
• Conduct research in various areas for marketing opportunities and audience growth
• Assist with the inventory management of marketing premiums for events and giveaways
• Develop promotional and marketing plans for live events and special events broadcast on Marquee Sports Network
• Brainstorm opportunities for partnerships with brands and organizations
• Other marketing duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Able to commit approximately up to 20 hours a week, minimum of 12-16 hours per week
• Availability for some weeknight and weekend events which will be discussed well in advance

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

• Current student in attendance at an accredited university or college
• Prior experience in sports marketing a plus
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience in Adobe Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator) preferred
• Ability to receive feedback from others and apply it to the work
• High productivity when working independently and while collaborating with others
• Ability to be productive while working in the office or in a remote environment

This is a seasonal position, not eligible for benefits. Hourly pay is the Chicago minimum wage rate.

About Marquee Sports Network:

Marquee Sports Network is the award-winning home of the Chicago Cubs (MLB) and a proud partner of the Chicago Bears (NFL), Chicago Sky (WNBA) and Chicago Stars (NWSL). Marquee Sports Network is also home to local college and high school sporting events, as well as community programming. Named the RSN of the Year in 2023 and 2024 by Cynopsis Media, Marquee Sports Network provides innovative and exclusive year-round regional sports coverage through WatchMarquee.com and the Marquee Sports Network App, accessible at home or on the go through connected TV platforms (Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung TV) and mobile/tablet devices (iOS, Android). Comprehensive sports coverage is also available anytime, anywhere at MarqueeSportsNetwork.com. For more information, visit MarqueSportsNetwork.com/About.

Marquee Sports Network LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!