COPYWRITER INTERNSHIP
Make Plays Media (MPM) is seeking remote copywriter interns for Summer 2024.
Would you like to work with professional athletes and learn from experienced writers and a media team that will help you secure a job upon graduation?
Through its flagship show, Foul Territory, MPM is building a premier baseball digital media vertical centered around authentic player voices. Former MLB players AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Adam Jones, Erik Kratz, Lorenzo Cain, Jason Kipnis and Trevor May host a live, on-camera, 2-hour digital baseball show, Monday through Friday, via YouTube, Twitter/X and TikTok with the audio version available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.
MPM also produces additional shows including;
- Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal, giving baseball’s preeminent baseball reporter and 2-time Sports Emmy Award winner a twice weekly platform to share his insights on the game.
- Legends Territory, in partnership with the MLB Players Alumni Association. Each week, we have a conversation with a former big league baseball player, discussing the biggest moments in their career and hearing behind the scenes stories that have often been untold.
Like most of our company, this position is fully remote. While the internship is unpaid, we are happy to meet school requirements for academic credit.
Position Overview:
MPM is offering an unpaid internship to a talented and creative Copywriter with a passion for baseball to join our team. As a Copywriter, you will play a crucial role in shaping the identity and voice of our podcast content by crafting compelling show titles and descriptions for distribution on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other podcast distributors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your writing skills, contribute to the growth of our podcast audience, and help establish MPM/Foul Territory as a leading voice in the baseball podcasting space.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the podcast production team to develop engaging and descriptive titles for each episode, capturing the essence of the content and enticing listeners to tune in.
- Write concise and compelling episode descriptions that provide a captivating overview of the topics discussed, highlight key insights, and encourage listeners to subscribe and share.
- Ensure consistency in tone, voice, and branding across all podcast titles and descriptions, aligning with MPM/Foul Territory’s overall content strategy.
- Conduct research on relevant keywords, trends, and audience preferences to optimize podcast titles and descriptions for discoverability and engagement.
- Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in podcast marketing and distribution to continuously improve the effectiveness of our copywriting efforts.
- Collaborate with marketing leads and hosts to develop promotional materials and strategies to increase podcast visibility and attract new listeners.
Qualifications:
- A minimum 10 hours of availability per week
- Strong writing skills with a knack for crafting compelling and concise copy.
- Passion for baseball and a solid understanding of the sport’s culture, history, and current trends.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner.
- Familiarity with podcasting platforms and their respective guidelines for metadata optimization (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines and adapting to evolving priorities.
- Experience in copywriting, content marketing, or podcast production is preferred but not required.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to showcase your writing skills and contribute to the growth of a leading baseball content brand.
- Hands-on experience in podcast marketing and distribution.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the industry.
- Potential for future employment or recommendations based on performance.
How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about baseball and skilled in the art of storytelling through words, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, writing samples (or links to published work), and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience. Applications should be sent to Internships@makeplays-media.com