Title: Specialist, Digital & Print Content & Alumni Relations

Department: Communications & Public Relations

Reports to: Director, Digital & Print Publications & Alumni Relations

Status: Full-Time

Pay Range: $28.00 - $30.00/hour*

Compensation rates vary based on job-related factors, including experience, job skills, education, and training.

This Specialist, Digital & Print Content & Alumni Relations position will produce written and digital content (long-form and short-form) and support the Director, Digital & Print Content & Alumni Relations in the production of Dodger Insider Magazine, the Dodger Insider digital site, the Dodgers annual yearbook and other online content.

This role will work closely with players, coaches, and front-office personnel in addition to the public relations, marketing, and broadcasting departments to deliver team messaging and original content to fans, corporate partners and team employees.

The Specialist, Digital & Print Content & Alumni Relations will also support Alumni Relations initiatives and administrative duties in the development of programming, content and community impact opportunities for the organization. The position will intake requests, conceptualize, help strategize and complete projects that ensure positive experiences for Dodgers Alumni and partners that also benefit the organization.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Write original content for all Dodger digital and print publications while integrating Dodger marketing messages. Edit and lead the timely printing and delivery of the publication on a semi-monthly basis (12 issues per year, April-October)
Create innovative content that will be used across Dodger digital content channels (Content is primarily in written form)
Collaborate with the marketing and public relations departments and team photographer to select photography for publications. Coordinate with various departments that aid in producing magazine content
Serve as auxiliary editor for materials from marketing, ticketing and public relations departments
Sync with contributors to maintain a consistent brand voice and message
Contribute content to the @DodgerInsider Twitter account
Serve as a liaison for third-party support (such as printers, freelancers) for Dodger Publications
Collect, organize and analyze data and identify efficiencies
Secure Dodger Alumni for internal and external appearance requests for marketing, PR, social media, LADF, Community Relations, sponsorship, ticketing and sales
Set schedule for Alumni appearances, process appearance fees (whenever appropriate), secure and confirm player appearances, arrange video/photography, transportation, security, staffing and more for appearances
Provide support for alumni-related events (securing, confirming and reminding the alumni and ensuring appropriate collateral material for the event), such as Adult Camp, Foundation and Community Relations events and Global Partnership events
Facilitate pregame meet and greets; provide assistance with guests and coordinate all logistics
Support Director, Digital and Print Publications and Alumni Relations in crafting proposals, coordinating all aspects of programs with appropriate departments (i.e. Marketing, Ticket Operations, Group Sales, Ballpark Operations, etc.), facilitating logistics, staffing, securing photography/videography coverage, and recognition (thank you letters, club recognition, recap reports, etc.)
Help add to and maintain alumni database to create better touchpoints and stewardship opportunities
Help identify new working relationships with Alumni and provide stewardship
Perform other related duties as assigned

Basic Requirements/Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field
3-plus years experience in communications/journalism or marketing (must have storytelling experience)
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Prior experience in online publishing and handling the writing, production and printing of a publication
Experience in writing on deadline
Experience in writing Major League Baseball game, feature and news stories
Proven understanding of Associated Press style
Strong strategic understanding and utilization of Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms. Personal curiosity about staying up-to-date on the latest trends
Excellent writer and communicator (in both written and verbal form), with outstanding grammar. High-level editing skills and a keen eye for photography and graphic design
Experienced interviewer with the ability to dialogue with all constituents
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving work environment
Knowledgeable and passionate about current Dodgers, Dodgers history, baseball trends, statistics
Substantial interpersonal skills and available to work a flexible schedule
Proficiency in Photoshop, Adobe creative tools, Microsoft Excel, video editing and production software a plus
Possess excellent communication, organizational and social skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other variable hours as needed
Proficient in Microsoft Office software, Google Workspace
Strive to maintain high productivity goals as both a member of a team and as an individual!

Current Los Angeles Dodgers employees should apply via the internal job board in UltiPro by following these prompts:

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LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC is firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified applicants from every race, creed, and background. The Organization is also firmly committed to complying with all applicable laws and governmental regulations at the state and local levels which prohibit discrimination.

LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC considers all applicants without regard to national origin, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, military status, citizenship status, pregnancy or related medical conditions, marital status, ancestry-ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal civil rights law. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that the Organization obtain documentation from every individual who is employed, which verifies their identity and authorizes their right to work in the United States.

LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact pops@ladodgers.com.

Experience

Required

2 - 5 years: Journalism/Major League Baseball writing experience for a reputable print and/or online publication

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CA DRIVERS LICENSE

Skills

Required

MULTITASKING
SOCIAL MEDIA
ORGANIZATIONAL
EDITING
CREATIVE
COMMUNICATION

Preferred

MARKETING

Behaviors

Required

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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