Employment Opportunity
POSITION: Communications Intern
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Metropolitan Golf Association, located in Elmsford, N.Y., is seeking an individual with strong creative and multi-media skills to be part of its Communications Department as a seasonal intern.
Candidate should be a creative, energetic idea generator looking to gain experience in the communications field. He/she must possess the following qualities:
- Strong editorial, writing and communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator), Quark or other desktop publishing software
- Familiarity working with all social media platforms - Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Flickr and YouTube
- Ability to work on PC and Mac computers
- Proficiency with DSLR cameras and video camcorders a plus
- Enthusiasm and willingness to travel locally and work long days, especially during the golf season (June to August – continuing to October, if possible)
- Ability to interact positively with MGA membership, volunteers, press and the general public
- Working knowledge/interest in golf
The person will be an important part of the MGA’s Communications Team, and is expected to work in close collaboration with colleagues. The position’s primary duties include:
- Assist with the day-to-day digital content of www.mgagolf.org
- Contribute to all of the MGA’s social media platforms with engaging content
- Create and design tournament press guides, flyers and promotional materials
- Assist in the copy-editing process of The Met Golfer and Met Golfer EXTRA
- Assist with all communications operations at MGA championships (approx.. 12-15 events per year) which includes social media updates, player interviews, photography, videos, and equipment setup
- Organize and maintain the MGA’s photo and video archives
- Perform basic office duties such as filing, unloading/loading of equipment, prepare mailings, etc.
Individual must be highly organized and be able to meet deadlines, make positive contributions to the creative process and work as part of a team. A car is necessary, as travel to locations throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut is required.
SALARY: Monthly Stipend
JOB BENEFITS: transportation reimbursement, uniform
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15, 2017
CONTACT: Send résumé and cover letter to Helen Stock, Director of Communications, at hstock@mgagolf.org
ABOUT THE MGA: The Metropolitan Golf Association, founded in 1897, is one of the nation’s oldest and largest golf organizations, serving more than 550 member clubs and 140,000 golfers in the greater Metropolitan New York Area. The MGA is a not for profit organization offering its members a wide range of core services such as handicapping, course rating and measuring and insurance programs, and it conducts some of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious regional championships. The MGA also has a charitable Foundation, founded in 1992, which conducts a wide variety of youth and educational programs. For more information on the MGA and MGA Foundation, please visit www.mgagolf.org.
