Intern, Digital Communications

Background:
Founded in 1901, Ontario Soccer is currently comprised of more than 500 Clubs servicing over 24,000 teams
with 380,000 registered players, 70,000 coaches and managers, and 6,000 match officials, as well as
countless volunteers, parents and supporters encompassing a direct, multi-cultural community of over
1,000,000 Ontarians.

Ontario Soccer develops and delivers exceptional and sustainable programs and services throughout Ontario
with the mission of providing leadership and support for the advancement of soccer in collaboration and
cooperation with our member District Associations, partners and other stakeholders. Ontario Soccer also
operates the Ontario Player Development League (OPDL); the province’s premier standards-based youth
development program, as well as “Team Ontario”, Ontario Soccer’s provincial Xcel program. Ontario Soccer
proudly supports Canada Soccer’s National Teams, the Canadian Premier League and Toronto FC.

The overall objective of Ontario Soccer as a hub for Coach, Match Official and Player Development is to be
innovators and leaders in sport and to assist with the equitable development of soccer as a healthy lifestyle
choice, provide a talented pathway for participants to excel and encourage inclusive community involvement
at all levels.

Position Summary:
The successful candidate’s primary mandate is to assist Ontario Soccer’s Communications Department in
social media by creating and publishing content, interacting with Ontario Soccer’s social media followers,
assisting with the management of Ontario Soccer’s social media content calendar, flagging and responding
to inquiries and messages on Ontario Soccer’s various social channels, compiling data on social media
campaigns and more. This position reports to the Manager, Digital Communications.

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Experience with social media platforms, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook and
Twitter
• Assisting with the creation of content for Ontario Soccer’s social media channels
• Creating templates and graphics to support Ontario Soccer events
• Assisting with creation of graphics to support social content and other digital areas in general
• Reviewing user generated comments & posts in a quick & timely manner
• Assisting with compiling digital analytics and monthly reports on web and social media metrics
• Strong writing, editing and research skills
• Understanding of soccer is required, while a strong knowledge of amateur, professional and
international leagues is considered a strong asset
• Monitoring social media trends
• Strong team player, with the ability to work independently
• Sport event support experience a plus
• Experience working with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, and other web-based graphics
programs a plus
• Experience with website management a plus
• Occasional weekend work may be required, with lieu days provided, to assist with events

Note:
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed
to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The
incumbent may be asked to perform other duties, which may be assigned from time to time.
Ontario Soccer is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment; as such, Ontario Soccer will
consider applicants that meet the requirements and that reflect and support the diversity of the soccer
community. Ontario Soccer is seeking to provide fair, equitable, and accessible opportunities for all employees
and prospective employees. Accommodations during the application process are available upon request.