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About USA Volleyball

Would you like to work in the Olympic & Paralympic movement with one of the most successful organizations serving one of the fastest growing and exciting sports in the world? USA Volleyball (USAV) is the national governing body for beach, indoor, sitting, snow, and para-beach volleyball in the United States with over 500,000 members, responsible for selecting the Olympic & Paralympic volleyball teams. USA Volleyball also supports a network of regional associations, youth and junior programs, national championships, coaching and officials training, grassroots development, and the SafeSport initiative. Visit www.usavolleyball.org for more.

USAV is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our programs and activities or our employment practices. To learn more about USAV’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, please visit our DEI page at: https://usavolleyball.org/dei/.

Job Description

USA Volleyball (USAV) is seeking a part-time 20 hours/week dynamic and creative Social Media Content Producer to lead digital storytelling and audience engagement across USAV platforms. This role is responsible for developing and executing content strategies that elevate the visibility of USA Volleyball athletes, teams, and events, while driving measurable growth and engagement.

This position will also play a key role in supporting National Team athletes in building and enhancing their personal social media presence, aligning athlete storytelling with USAV brand priorities, sponsor value, and fan engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong creative execution skills with strategic thinking and the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders in a high-performance sports environment.

Essential is the commitment to demonstrate a sense of inclusion, safety, and collaborative behavior across the organization, supporting a culture of integrity, humility, and consummate professionalism. Extended hours may be required to include nights, weekends, and holidays. The position is located in Southern California.

Requirements

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities include but are not necessarily limited to:

• Partner in the development and execution of USAV’s social media content strategy across all major platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook).
• Capture, produce, and oversee high-quality photo and video content at practices, competitions, and events.
• Edit and deliver engaging video content, including match recaps, highlights, athlete features, and campaign-driven storytelling.
• Design and direct the creation of graphics for game days, rankings, awards, and promotional campaigns in alignment with USAV brand standards.
• Support the social media content calendar, ensuring consistency, timeliness, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Write and approve platform-specific captions and messaging that reflect USAV’s voice and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with marketing, communications, creative, and partnerships teams to execute integrated campaigns and maximize reach and impact.
• Lead planning and execution of media days, including content strategy, scheduling, and coordination with athletes and staff.
• Provide strategic direction and content support for in-venue production, including video board features and fan engagement elements.
• Analyze performance metrics and audience insights to optimize content strategy and report on key performance indicators.

Athlete Social Media & Brand Support

• Serve as a primary resource for Indoor and Beach National Team athletes in developing and elevating their personal social media presence.
• Provide guidance on content strategy, platform best practices, audience growth, and brand alignment.
• Capture and produce individualized athlete content to support personal brand development and storytelling.
• Align athlete content with USAV sponsorship, marketing campaigns, and partner deliverables, ensuring consistency and value creation.
• Educate athletes on social media policies, SafeSport considerations, and brand representation standards.

Additional Duties

• Oversee real-time social media coverage during competitions and key events.
• Support sponsor and partner activation through coordinated digital content and athlete integration.
• Identify and implement emerging trends, tools, and platforms to enhance fan engagement.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on social media strategy and digital storytelling within the organization.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Proven progressive experience in social media management, preferably in sports, collegiate athletics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing social media strategies that drive audience growth and engagement.
• Experience working directly with athletes, influencers, or personal brands.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects) or similar tools.
• Strong photography and videography skills, including live sports content capture.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with social media analytics and management tools (e.g., Sprout, Hootsuite, native insights).
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed for events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Sports Management, Digital Media, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Must be able to successfully pass a USAV background screening (prior to hire date).
• Must successfully complete Safe Sport training within two weeks of hire date. Training must be maintained throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within a national governing body, professional sports organization, or NCAA athletics program.
• Knowledge of volleyball and the Olympic/Paralympic sports landscape.
• Experience supporting athlete brand development or NIL-related initiatives.
• Familiarity with content planning and workflow tools (e.g., Airtable, Asana, Trello).
• Motion graphics and advanced video editing experience.

Salary: $33 - $39/hr. commensurate with experience

Benefits:

USAV also offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees to include:

· Holidays-Up to 15.5 paid holidays per year (Pro-rated based on normal hours worked)

· 403B retirement plan - able to contribute to 403(b)

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· DEI, Social and Wellness Committees

· Discounts on sponsored vendor apparel (Mizuno)

Benefits may be modified or discontinued from time to time at the company’s discretion as permitted by law.

Applications accepted online only. Phone calls not accepted. Position remains open until filled. Please ensure your cover letter addresses your interest in USAV and the position.

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