Social Media Coordinator - MLB

We are RCX Sports, the leader in youth sports experiences and events. While diverse in our offerings, we are the o?cial licensee and operating partner of NFL FLAG, JR NBA Leagues, NHL Street Hockey, MLB Jr. Pitch Hit and Run and MLB Jr. Home Run Derby. At RCX Sports we are committed to improving the accessibility and inclusivity of sports by enhancing the youth sports experience and creating opportunities for all athletes to play.

RCX Sports is looking for an experienced social media professional to join our dynamic marketing team to help grow and develop our social media presence. As the Social Media Coordinator you will be responsible for creating and sharing impactful, engaging content across channels for Jr. Home Run Derby and Pitch, Hit & Run. The Social Media Coordinator will assist the Sr. Manager, Social Media & Content with event coverage and coordinate strategy and execution of all social media efforts. You will help drive meaningful growth and engagement for the MLB’s youth skills competitions. To be successful in this role you will need to collaboratively work with internal and external partners to develop content and build relationships with players, clubs, fans, and followers.

What you’ll do:

• Create and share content for MLB Pitch, Hit & Run and MLB Home Run Derby channels
• Engage with fans and followers; answering queries, responding to comments, building community
• Build and maintain content calendars
• Stay up to date with social media trends and current best practices
• Coordinate content planning with MLB, Play Ball, and major partners
• Communicate and collaborate with RCX event staff, freelance creatives, and MLB partners
• Analyze campaign performance and social growth
• Attend events and produce live social media content
• Help manage social media for RCX Sports and additional properties where needed

What’s in it for you:

• Stay Healthy: Enroll in comprehensive benefits & insurance plans with no waiting period
• Be Well: Expense up to $65 per month for health & wellness
• Maximize Savings: Contribute to your 401k retirement savings with company matching
• Be Comfortable: Enjoy a relaxed casual dress code
• Give Back: Receive paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Take Time: Enjoy paid parental leave to bond with & care for a newborn or newly adopted child
• Stay Connected: Expense up to $350 towards the purchase of a laptop, tablet, or computer

More about the role:

• Travel: You will travel to events 40% of the year
• Work Schedule: You will travel to events 40% of the year
• Reports to: Senior Manager, Social Media & Content
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None
• Location: Ideal candidate local to Atlanta, GA

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Frequently remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods (standing or sitting)
• Constantly repeating motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

RCX Sports is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations when necessary for team members and applicants with disabilities or handicaps, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of the job. Likewise, RC will comply with all legal requirements relating to accommodating religious beliefs and practices. If you believe that you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• One or more years of experience as a Social Media Coordinator or similar role (1-2 years’ experience in digital and/or social media in sports industry preferred)
• Extensive knowledge and mastery of social channel mechanics, best practices and building engagement with TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and CMS tools
• Proven track record of creative thinking, storytelling, and ability to plan and propose new ideas
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, quickly, and to regularly meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills and ability to build authentic, collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Previous experience in videography, photography, and video editing skills preferred