On-Campus Content Freelancer - Big Ten Network

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Sports
FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Big Ten Network is looking for an On-Campus Content Freelancer to join its team on a part-time basis. This role works closely with the On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editors (MVPEs), executing content plans and posting content to various social media platforms throughout the Big Ten athletics calendar.
This is a seasonal freelance position through May, offering roughly 40 hours per week and is a hybrid position in the Los Angeles office.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the team of On-Campus Multiplatform Video Producer/Editors (MVPEs) with day-to-day content management, planning, and distribution on social media platforms
Support the creative development, production, and preparation of On-Campus content across Big Ten Network’s social, streaming, and broadcast multiplatform channels
Publish content across social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube) around live events
Collaborate with entire digital team to drive daily content, monitor Big Ten news, and align on social media strategies and distribution
Ensure video content is optimized for social media consumption
Distribute ad sales sponsored social media campaigns driven by the On-Campus team
Deliver finished content to key internal stakeholders (Remote, Studio, Originals, Marketing)
Ensure all content is aligned with brand standards, quality, and voice
Assist with social media analytics reporting to provide insights to the On-Campus team
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
1+ years of experience in social media, communications or marketing
Deep knowledge of Big Ten athletics
Organized, detail-oriented, proactive and a team player
Familiarity with Big Ten Network’s programming, talent, and brand initiatives
Detailed platform knowledge and experience posting content to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube
Excellent writing skills and attention to detail with grammar, brand voice, and spelling
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen editorial sense
Excellent writing skills and attention to detail with grammar, brand voice, and spelling
Always connected and tuned into the latest Big Ten news
Passionate for social media and evolution of technology
Outstanding organizational & project management skills
Demonstrated ability to provide constructive feedback to others as well as seek out and accept constructive feedback for your individual performance
Demonstrated ability to be proactive, take initiative, and meet strategic deadlines in a dynamic environment
Able to work flexible hours, which will include nights and weekends
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on deadline
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKDER
Communications, Journalism, Marketing or Sport Management undergraduate track
Experience with social media analytics – knowledge of Emplifi platform
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $26.00 per hour.

Skills
Project Management