The Digital Media Editorial intern will assist with the day-to-day operations of publishing, editing, and writing editorial content for baltimoreravens.com and the Ravens mobile app. The Digital Media Editorial internship will provide a hard-working, highly motivated, and collaborative candidate with an internship opportunity to experience the work environment of an NFL Digital Media department. This is not a broadcasting or social media position.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Edit all stories written by editorial director and staff writer
• Post news articles, transcripts, press releases; add relevant keyword tags for SEO, determine suitable embedded content
• Create images and thumbnails for articles, videos, podcasts and photo galleries posted to digital platforms
• Write headlines for videos, photo galleries, and some stories
• Write stories not handled by editorial director and staff writer
• Create photo gallery content for digital platforms, including captions, crediting and alternate text
• Provide backend quality control of website and app – ensure all content is properly displayed and free of errors
• Rotational weekend content on-call posting duties; on-call night poster
• Write push notification copy for the app and website
• Conduct interviews in locker room, press conferences, and 1-on-1 settings
• Other duties as assigned

Gameday Duties

• Create story images, post gameday articles, photo galleries, and post-game transcripts
• Write headlines for press conferences and locker room interviews
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will be hard working and highly flexible to adapt to constant changes that come with the NFL news cycle, strong attention to detail, editing and writing skills, headline writing, Photoshop skills with an artistic eye, knowledge of SEO strategy, previous experience using a CMS, and a working knowledge of what is newsworthy. They will routinely contribute content ideas.

Applicants are reviewed based on the following:

• Have graduated from a 4-year degree institution by the start date of internship, or are currently enrolled in a graduate program
• Degree and/or prior experience in Journalism, Digital Media, Public Relations, Communications, or related field
• Proficiency in basic content management platforms, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Writing experience and skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Design experience (use of Photoshop, etc.) preferred
• Other Internet-related skills (CSS, SEO, etc.) a plus
• Superior attention to detail and proof-reading skills, strong command of AP writing style and overall grammar
• Availability to work long, irregular hours and adaptability to a fast-paced environment involving simultaneous projects
• Ability to meet deadlines, think creatively, and work well on a team
• Self-starter
• Possesses initiative, organization, creativity, effective communication

Expectations

• Work under supervision of the Editorial Director primarily, but take direction from others in department when appropriate
• Work 40+ hours per week, in addition to all game days (home and away) including evenings, weekend and holidays, when necessary
• Perform duties as outlined by the Ravens’ organizational mission, values and goals provided to you upon your acceptance to the program
• Project a professional image in all interactions with fellow Ravens associates, coaches and players, corporate partners, and fans
• Effectively communicate with co-workers in the department and throughout the organization
• Provide your own transportation to the Under Armour Performance Center, M&T Bank Stadium or any other places that may be required
• Responsible for providing your own housing in the Baltimore area
• Arrive on time and perform duties in a professional manner
• Go the extra mile to assist other members of the department

Application Process

To be considered for this internship, applicants must apply via the application portal. Applicants must:

• Upload and submit a resume AND cover letter.
• Complete the required additional screening questions as part of the application.
• Applicants who do not include all required information will be removed from consideration.
• If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. No follow-up phone calls or emails inquiring about the position will be accepted.

PAY/BENEFITS

• 17.00 / hour overtime eligible
• Daily meals provided
• Company paid health insurance
• Comp tickets for home games
• Health & Wellness Leave
• Wellness Classes / Gym Access

The Baltimore Ravens are Baltimore's home football team, one of six NFL franchises to win multiple Super Bowls since the turn of the century. Our mission is to win football games, serve our fans and be a positive force in the community.