OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Outkick
OutKick is a cutting-edge national multimedia platform that produces and distributes engaging content at the intersection of sports news, sports culture and pop culture. OutKick’s stable of reporters, hosts and contributors are accessible on OutKick.com as well as across video livestreams, social media, podcasts, and radio, reaching tens of millions of fans each month. Owned by FOX Corporation, Outkick was originally founded by Clay Travis. For more information, please visit www.OutKick.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION
OutKick University raises brand awareness geared specifically towards each university’s student body. OutKick University will give students an opportunity to be an extension of OutKick on their respective campuses through social media. Interns will report directly to the New York-based Senior Producer of OutKick, and will be based at The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, AL.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create weekly digital content with the guidance of OutKick's Social Media Director & Producers
Build a loyal community of followers by responding to comments, starting conversations, and participating in discussions
Research and scout locations and obtain permissions to shoot on-location
Utilize social and digital analytics to increase engagement and content performance
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Must be actively enrolled in The University of Alabama and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program
Current class standing of sophomore, (second-year college student) or above
Strong academic record
Committed and available to work for the entire length of the program
Access to own housing and transportation to/from the assigned site
STUDENTS SELECTED TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE INTERVIEW PROCESS:
TO APPLY:
Submit a 1-page resume (PDF preferred)
Submit a cover letter (PDF preferred)
Explain why your background and experience make you a good fit for our program
STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO THE PROGRAM:
Are required to provide a copy of an unofficial transcript or letter from the adviser/registrar showing proof of enrollment
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULE:
Program Timeline : Program will take place until May 2025
Scheduled Weekly Hours : up to 24 hours per week
NOTE : Schedules vary based on department needs and your availability. We do our best to work around your class schedule.
STANDING OUT AS A TOP CANDIDATE:
Successful students have:
Strong knowledge of OutKick’s brand and voice
Knowledge of current trends in pop culture
A deep understanding of social media trends and what works well on each platform
A great feel for what goes on at your campus each day
The ability to stay highly motivated on their own
Impeccable spelling and grammar
Vertical video editing skills, and the ability to capture well-composed videos on a phone
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Premiere Rush, Photoshop, etc), and other creative software
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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.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $17.50-17.50 per hour.
Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.
We’re disruptors. We’re big dreamers. We’re believers in the future, in possibility, in potential. We’re reinventing the world, every day. We create content for audiences big and small, global and local. We put our audiences first, and work hard to bring them stories they’ll love, wherever they are and however they watch, listen and learn.
Whatever your discipline, from on-air talent to behind-the-scenes tech guru to business and finance, the career opportunities at FOX are exciting, rewarding and game-changing. We seek out the most talented individuals – the dreamers, the disruptors and the visionaries –and we want them to know that they matter. We’re committed to helping every single one of our employees feel valued and inspired, every day.