What You’ll Do
You will play a pivotal role in enhancing our existing social media channels and presence for ALL brands at Prep Network.
You will actively be involved in creating and scheduling daily posts to our over 100 social media accounts as well as collaborating with our marketing team to come up with new content ideas and campaigns. You will also assist with our remote marketing of events and will help promote our subscription and digital offerings nationwide.
Who We Are
Prep Network is a sports company that connects high school athletes with college coaches. Through our nine brands, we publish over 4,000 articles each month and actively scout talented athletes across the U.S. We aim to discover and promote promising prospects who aspire to play at the collegiate level.
In addition to our content, Prep Network is the top event operator in the U.S., hosting 100+ tournaments annually. We offer a combination of top-tier competitions and extensive media exposure for attending teams. Our 250+ showcases each year provide a platform for over 10,000+ prospects to compete in front of colleges, scouts, and media outlets.
We’re pumped to have been named one of the "Best Places to Work" by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal three years running, and to land a spot on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Prep Network isn’t your average sports company—we’re all about helping student-athletes succeed and creating an awesome workplace.
Core Responsibilities
Support Social Scheduling and Posting - Help execute scheduled posts including but not limited to event updates, subscription and feature updates, posting of content and rankingsGrow and Engage our Network of Social Media Accounts: Focus on expanding the audience for state-specific accounts by contributing to new content ideas, facilitating audience engagement through DMs, and monitoring follower growth. Execute Event Social Content: Prepare for event marketing by scheduling pre-event posts, researching and organizing information for weekend coverage, helping out during weekends, and posting graphics following events.Drive Digital Subscription Awareness on Social: Develop strategies to better represent the digital subscription product across social channels. This may include collaborating on campaigns with our graphics team to create compelling visuals, testimonials, or “sneak peeks” of premium content encouraging followers to subscribe.Assist with Virtual Assistant Coordination: Oversee assignments for Virtual Assistants, including article posting and DM outreach.Must-Haves in a Candidate
Effective Communication: Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, conveying messages with clarity and conciseness.Organizational Excellence: Efficiently manage your schedule, prioritizing key tasks and responsibilities to maximize productivity.Curious Nature: Possess a quick learning ability and a knack for absorbing new information, enabling you to adapt swiftly to evolving circumstances.Accountability: Display a strong work ethic, a commitment to achieving results, and the capacity to deliver substantial outputs with minimal supervision or wasted effort.Problem-Solving and Analytical Aptitude: Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills to tackle complex issues and analyze campaign performance.Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster strong relationships with partners and colleagues.Strong knowledge of major social platforms: Instagram, X, TikTok, etc.Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Google Sheets or Excel, as well as experience with Microsoft Office, Google WorkspaceYouth Culture Awareness: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of youth sports trends, music preferences, and cultural developments.Flexibility to work weekendsNice-to-Haves in a Candidate
Experience with SproutSocial or other social media tools a plusExperience with EOS/Traction is a plusBenefits and Perks
At Prep Network, we take pride in our culture and commitment to creating an exceptional workplace environment. Here are some of the benefits and perks you can expect when you join our team:
Join us at Prep Network and be part of a dynamic team that values your individuality, fosters personal growth, and offers a diverse range of benefits to enhance your professional and personal life. Discover a workplace where you can thrive, learn, and make a meaningful impact on our journey together.
This is a remote position, open to candidates currently residing within the U.S. and eligible to work there.