Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the communications, sport and entertainment, industries as a Communications/PR Intern for the Belleville Senators Hockey Club, American Hockey League affiliate of the Ottawa Senators. The Senators are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and energetic individual who will be responsible for assisting other members of the communications and content department with various game day tasks. The successful candidate will be supervised by the Coordinator, Broadcast and Communications, and must form strong working relationships with all members of the organization, particularly within the marketing and content departments, and with game day staff.

The Senators strive to make hockey a sport in which everyone feels included and welcome. We endeavor to build experiences that work for everyone by including perspectives from all backgrounds. The Senators are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and we aim to create a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our team members and our community.

Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the Communications/PR Intern may include:

? Managing press room/press box assets, including distribution of media notes, three-star balloting and others

? Assisting with media accreditation requests, credential distribution, and in-game media needs

? Contributing content for Belleville Sens web and social media platforms, including interviews, written features and others

? Assisting with the production of game highlights, post-game interviews and other game day content as required

? Other duties as required and agreed upon

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

*Please indicate in your application if you do not meet all these criteria. The Senators will work with each candidate to ensure they are given access to training or qualification amendments as needed.

? College diploma or university degree (preferably in Communications, Broadcast, Journalism, or another related field)

? Thorough knowledge of the Belleville Senators roster, the American Hockey League and its teams, and the sport of hockey in general

? Excellent research, organization and time management skills

? Excellent communication, relationship building, and customer service skills

? A contagious, positive attitude

? Exceptional work ethic, eagerness to learn, professionalism and a passion for the sport industry

? Willingness to work evenings and weekends, including all Belleville Senators home games, community events, and other team functions

? Ability to thrive as part of a team, and build a team with shared values

Benefits

Compensation & Administration * This is an internship for the 2022-23 American Hockey League season, with no salary or stipend associated

Please submit a cover letter and resume to David Foot (footd@bellevillsens.com), referencing

the position name for which you are applying in the subject line.