Social Media Coordinator
Overview:
Who We Are
We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.
Why Work for the USTA?
We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game!
Responsibilities:
The Role- Assist with creating content for live tournament coverage around the tennis calendar.
- Maintains a clean, organized content calendar for the broader social media team.
- Detail the success of social media campaigns by analyzing key metrics to drive new and existing strategies.
- Monitor conversations with fans, brands, and influencers for intentional engagement opportunities.
- Ensures all content is properly tagged (e.g. handles, hashtags, tracking tags, geo-location etc.) and correct links are used.
- Helps grow reach and engagement across US Open & USTA social media platforms.
Qualifications:
Who You Are- 1-2 years of experience in social media and/or digital marketing
- Strength in storytelling and creative activation across social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to work creatively and efficiently in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
- Knowledgeable about professional tennis, the US Open, entertainment & pop culture; experience in professional sports is helpful
- Strong content editing and creation skills is a plus, utilizing Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Content Management Systems
- Bachelor’s degree or degree in progress in Marketing, social media or related
- Available to work nights & weekends as needed
- Available to work in-person for the duration of the US Open Tennis Championships in Flushing Meadows, NY
- This position is designated as "hybrid/flex" in Orlando and may allow for both remote and on-site work.
- Position is nonexempt therefore overtime eligible
What We Offer
At the USTA, we know people are our most important asset. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce!- Flexibility: Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity
- Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs: Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings
- Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess
- Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 3%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement
- Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being including mental health and meditation benefits
- Other cool perks: A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available
The expected range for the base salary for this position is $42,000 to $48,000/yr. Any additional pay or benefits a person may qualify for, are not included in this range. The actual base salary offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, the years of relevant experience, their unique skills, and the location from which they will be performing the job
Come One, Come All
We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested; we'd love to learn how you can “serve” our team with your unique experience!
USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law