Intern, Communications - Hamilton, Canada - Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football Club

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football Club

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

3 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC Communications Department strives to offer the best media/public relations support in the Canadian Football League and the Canadian Premier League.

The Communications Intern will play a key role in accomplishing this, while supporting both the football, soccer, and the business sides of the organization.

The role will also provide an opportunity for networking, and valuable operational and managerial experience.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Help enhance the image and profile of the Tiger-Cats and Forge FC in the media and with the public through strategic communications planning and execution
Assist in compilation of news releases and advisories, media guides and other publications, and game notes and media kits
Maintain media contact lists
Oversee accreditation process
Game day responsibilities include: credential distribution at media entrance, press box runner, and statistician assistant
Assist in the compilation and delivery of media packets for visiting media, featuring: game notes, clippings, credentials, and statistics
Help monitor CFL and CPL news at all times and keep appropriate internal staff informed
Help coordinate the activities of the team photographer
Serve as the team archivist (photos, etc.)

Qualifications and Skills:

Passion for football, soccer, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Forge FC, and the Hamilton community
Strong verbal and written communication skills and problem solving ability
Attention to detail and desire to improve and perfect any projects undertaken
An ability to work well under pressure in a fastpaced environment
Excellent organizational and time management skills
A flexible schedule as attendance for every Tiger-Cats and Forge FC home game is mandatory
Previous experience working with high profile coaches/athletes is an asset