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Social Media Team Responsibilities

  • Oversee content and programming for social media channels of Golden State Warriors and Chase Center.
  • Platforms: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Facebook, Snapchat, etc.
  • Intern will learn:
    • Content planning and creation
    • Programming, tone, and voice
    • Analytics and best practices

Internship Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere).
  • Understanding differences across social media platforms.

Personal Experience

  • Current UBC student studying Human Geography and varsity coxswain.
  • Developed sports media and storytelling experience via self-initiated roles in marketing and content creation.
  • Passion for female athletes' stories and the growth of women's sports.

Motivation for Internship

  • Interest in contributing to a historic growth moment in sports.
  • Desire to create relatable content for young audiences, particularly girls.
  • Interest in behind-the-scenes storytelling to humanize athletes.
  • Excitement to learn from an experienced social media team.

Relevant Skills and Experience

  • Managed social media for rowing team; learned to tailor content and analyze engagement.
  • Created content focusing on storytelling for the Valkyries and WNBA.
  • Persistent learner; engaged with the Valkyries organization to understand storytelling and engagement strategies.

Strengths

  • Initiative: Self-taught through online resources; built relationships within the organization.
  • Storytelling: Focus on authentic representation of athletes through various formats.
  • Leadership: Skills demonstrated through the role of a coxswain, promoting teamwork and communication.

Challenges and Growth

  • Navigated adjustment to university life while balancing sports and multiple commitments.
  • Developed time management and organizational skills through experience.

Weaknesses and Improvements

  • Overcommitted due to passion; learned to prioritize and manage time effectively.

Community Engagement

  • Recognizes the value of the community built around the Valkyries; eager to contribute to further growth.

Questions for the Team

  • What content resonates with Valkyries fans?
  • How does the team collaborate during games to capture real-time content?