Part-Time Intern, Marketing & Public Relations

ASM Global•Houston, TX

About The Position

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Marketing & Public Relations Intern at NRG Park in Houston, Texas. NRG Park is in the fast lane for opportunity and excitement. We are a one-of-a-kind premier facility with four major venues within one giant park. NRG Center (one million+ sq. ft. Convention Center), NRG Stadium (home of the Houston Texans and the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo), NRG Astrodome (“The” Astrodome), and NRG Arena. We are seeking a creative Marketing and Public Relations Intern to work alongside our team! You will be acting as a liaison between the facility and clients, ensuring all clients’ requirements are met and facility rules, regulations, and policies are adhered to. You will be able to learn and apply your skills in real-world applications and gain experience through digital campaigns, content creation, and more. The Marketing and Public Relations Intern is expected to work a minimum of twenty (20) to (25) hours per week and must be currently enrolled in at minimum of a 2-to-4-year program.

Requirements

Demonstrate knowledge of industry terminology, facility capabilities, operational procedures, event coordination, and event-related services.
Handle conflict, make common sense decisions, and exercise proper action during high-tension and stressful situations.
Possess knowledge of the principles of facility management, building operations, and safety requirements.
Coordinate and satisfy the requirements of multiple events occurring simultaneously.
Engage in decisions related to crowd management in a prompt and decisive manner during crisis situations.
Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered in the course of employment.
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
Pleasant and helpful telephone demeanor when assisting guests, exhibitors, clients, and staff.
Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Actively enrolled and currently pursuing a two or four-year program at an accredited college or university with a focus in Communications (i.e., Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or Advertising).
Strong design skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Detail-oriented and can efficiently multitask.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to adapt and learn quickly.
Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet savvy.

Nice To Haves

Previous public relations experience preferred.
Knowledge of social media platforms and experience with social media marketing preferred.
Knowledge of HTML, graphic design, and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

Responsibilities

Update internal and external marketing assets with the most accurate information (i.e., NRG Park website, static marquee board, social media platforms).
Collaborating with the marketing team to develop and execute marketing campaigns.
Design and create visual content for our website and other digital channels.
Assist in print and broadcast trade for various events.
Assist in drafting media alerts, press releases, articles, and reports.
Assist in building marketing plans for concerts and events.
Assist with designing presentations and other visual aids for client meetings.
Assist in producing and distributing email campaigns.
Attend various meetings pertaining to the department and upcoming events on the property.
Attend events to assist staff in the execution of marketing, media, or social media operations.
Oversee and monitor social media content on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Research marketing as is relevant to NRG Park’s marketing and public relations efforts.
Shadow various people within the company to learn all aspects of the company including but not limited to graphics, billing, content development, sports marketing, and sponsorships.
May perform other duties as assigned.