Social Media Intern

Job Description

Social Media Intern | Loudoun United FC

The Tone:
This is a part-time, seasonal unpaid internship at Loudoun United FC, located in Leesburg, Virginia. Loudoun United FC is a professional soccer club looking for a creative and digitally savvy individual to join their content team for the 2026 season. This role is crucial for supporting the club’s social media and content creation efforts, capturing the excitement of our team and community programs. You will gain valuable real-world experience in professional sports marketing by bringing the club’s brand to life across various digital platforms, from match day coverage to community engagement.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time, Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Leesburg, VA

• Team: Reports to the Digital Marketing Specialist; cooperates across soccer and business operations.
• Mission: Support the content team and bring the Loudoun United FC brand to life across social media platforms.
• Tech Stack: Canva, Adobe, CapCut

What You’ll Actually Do
• Content Strategy: Plan and execute social media content across all club accounts.
• Media Production: Capture and edit photo and video content at training sessions, matches, and events.
• Live Event Coverage: Support live matchday coverage with posts, stories, highlights, and graphics.
• Creative Development: Brainstorm concepts for reels, trends, fan engagement, and player features.
• Performance & Engagement: Track social media performance, contribute to reports, and engage with the digital community.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career individual seeking hands-on experience in professional sports marketing, with a strong understanding of social media platforms and current digital trends.
• Experience: Demonstrated basic proficiency in photography and video editing, utilizing tools like Canva, Adobe, or CapCut.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in capturing and editing photo and video content
• Strong understanding of various social media platforms and current trends
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and matchdays
• Detail-oriented and organized approach to tasks within a professional sports environment
• Genuine passion for soccer and a flair for digital storytelling
• Bonus:
• Graphic design experience
• Experience covering live events or sports
• Knowledge of USL