Tournament Traveler – Media Relations Associate

JOB TITLE: Tournament Traveler – Media Relations Associate

LOCATION: Tournament Site ( Las Vegas, NV or Mooresville, NC)

POS I TION TYPE: Temporary Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO : Media Relations Supervisor

WORK HOURS: Monday – S un day (hours vary depending on tournament schedule) , ability to work extended hours , as needed.

POSITION SUMMARY:

USBC is looking for a dedicated , service-minded individual to join our T ournament T raveler tea m as a Media Relations Associate. This department is responsible for chronicling the tournament through news stories on BOWL.com, providing photos and videos for social media , and helping celebrate the achievements of the competitors. The Media Relations team plays a key role in highlighting the tournamen t across multiple platforms.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Tak ing photos/videos of competitors during moments like lead changes, 300 games , and milestone presentations.
- Engag ing with the compe titors after their achievement to collect the necessary paperwork and information, followed by an interview for BOWL.com.
- Performing both traditional and video interviews for BOWL.com (video interviews primarily at the Open Championships) .
- Collecting notes and/or writing stories of achievements for BOWL.com.
- Preparing paperwork and photos for future milestones.
- Following the competition on the concourse and through live scoring for potential lead changes or big scores.
- Other duties as assigned .

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS :

•          Familiarity with bowling and the sport’s scoring system .

•          Ability to multitask and keep track of scores across all the lanes of competition.

•          Being comfortable performing an interview and collecting notes in a detail-oriented fashion.

•          Ability to write a story is preferred but not necessary.

•          Being able to collaborate with team members across multiple departments.

•          Ability to complete tasks accurately in a distraction-filled environment.

•          Showcasing effective communication skills and having proficiency in customer service.

•          Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays , or special events.

•          Computer and communication systems literate – P C, various tournament-based computer applications, Microsoft Office , and two-way radios.

EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

- High School Diploma or continuing education .
- Must p ass USBC ’s Registered Volunteer Program (RVP) background screening and adhere to the Code of Conduct of the USBC Registered Volunteer Program (RVP) .
- Experience working in a fast-paced service environment.
- Must always be neat and well-groomed , as this role will have frequent contact with guests, clients , and supporting staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

- Must be able to work in an occasionally noisy and intemperate environment .
- Must be mobile as well as sit or stand for extended periods.

TRAVEL: T his position will require the employee to be on-site for the Ch ampionships, so relocation is required for up to s everal months at a time .