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We're building the future of college sports media. If you're passionate about sports and want to be part of something big, we want to hear from you.

Open Positions

5 open roles

Instagram & TikTok Content Intern

Social MediaRemoteUnpaid Internship (10-15 hrs/week)

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Create viral short-form content for Instagram Reels and TikTok. You'll film, edit, and publish daily sports content that drives engagement and grows our following. Perfect for students passionate about sports media and building a portfolio.

What You Will Do

Create and publish 3-5 Instagram Reels and TikTok videos per week
Film quick reaction videos, hot takes, and trending sports content
Monitor trending sounds, formats, and viral opportunities
Engage with comments and build community on both platforms
Track analytics and report on video performance weekly
Collaborate with team on content ideas and series concepts

What We Look For

Deep knowledge of college football, NBA, NFL, and sports culture
Fluent in Instagram Reels and TikTok trends, formats, and editing
Basic video editing skills (CapCut, InShot, or similar mobile apps)
Self-starter who can create content independently
Available 10-15 hours per week with flexible scheduling
Must have iPhone or Android phone with good camera

Compensation

Unpaid internship with portfolio-building opportunities, byline credit, and potential to transition to paid role based on performance.

Twitter/X Engagement Intern

Social MediaRemoteUnpaid Internship (8-12 hrs/week)

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Own our Twitter/X presence by live-tweeting games, sparking debates, and engaging with sports Twitter. You'll be the finger on the pulse of real-time sports conversations, jumping into trending topics and growing our community.

What You Will Do

Post 10-15 tweets daily covering live games, breaking news, and hot takes
Live-tweet major college football and professional sports games
Engage with followers, reply to mentions, and spark conversations
Monitor trending sports topics and jump into relevant discussions
Track viral moments and create timely, shareable content
Collaborate with editorial team on tweet threads and series

What We Look For

Extremely online and fluent in sports Twitter culture
Fast, witty writing style with strong sports opinions
Ability to live-tweet games and react to breaking news in real-time
Understanding of what makes tweets go viral (timing, framing, controversy)
Available during key game times (nights and weekends)
Knowledge of college football, NBA, NFL required

Compensation

Unpaid internship with byline credit, networking opportunities, and first consideration for paid social media roles.

Content & Graphics Intern

Social MediaRemoteUnpaid Internship (10-15 hrs/week)

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Design eye-catching graphics, infographics, and visual content for social media. You'll take stats, hot takes, and breaking news and turn them into shareable visual content that stops the scroll.

What You Will Do

Create 5-8 graphics per week for Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok
Design stat graphics, quote cards, infographics, and meme templates
Develop branded templates and content series visuals
Collaborate with social team on content ideas and campaigns
Stay on top of design trends and platform best practices
Maintain brand consistency across all visual content

What We Look For

Experience with Canva, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite
Strong sense of sports media aesthetics and viral content
Ability to turn around quick graphics for breaking news
Portfolio showing social media graphics or design work
Understanding of platform requirements (dimensions, file types)
Sports knowledge required - you need to understand what you're designing

Compensation

Unpaid internship with portfolio pieces, design credit, and potential transition to freelance/paid work.

Fundraising & Investment Relations Contractor

Business DevelopmentRemoteContract / Commission-Based

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Lead fundraising efforts and build investor relationships for The Sideline's growth. You'll pitch investors, manage the fundraising process, and help secure capital to scale our sports media platform. This is a commission-based role with significant upside for the right person.

What You Will Do

Develop and execute fundraising strategy (seed round, angel investors, VC outreach)
Build investor pitch deck and financial projections
Identify and reach out to relevant investors in sports media and tech
Manage investor pipeline and coordinate meetings with leadership
Negotiate term sheets and investment agreements
Build relationships with potential strategic partners and sponsors
Track fundraising progress and report to leadership team
Assist with business development and partnership opportunities

What We Look For

3+ years experience in fundraising, venture capital, or investment banking
Proven track record raising capital (seed, Series A, or angel rounds)
Strong network in sports, media, or tech investment communities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Understanding of sports media business models and market dynamics
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Familiarity with term sheets, cap tables, and fundraising mechanics

Compensation

Commission-based: 5-10% of capital raised (negotiable based on experience). Potential for equity stake and ongoing advisory role.

Social Media Coordinator

MarketingRemotePart-Time / Contract

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We're looking for a creative, sports-obsessed Social Media Coordinator to own and grow our presence across Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter), and emerging platforms. You'll be the voice of The Sideline online -- crafting content that gets fans engaged, sparks debate, and grows our community.

What You Will Do

Plan, create, and publish daily content across all social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads)
Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with the college sports cycle (game days, transfer portal windows, recruiting, etc.)
Engage with followers, respond to comments/DMs, and foster community growth
Monitor trending sports topics and create timely, relevant content that capitalizes on viral moments
Collaborate with editorial and design to repurpose blog articles, hot takes, and data visuals into social-first content
Track analytics and report on growth, engagement, and content performance weekly
Identify and pitch new content formats, series ideas, and platform strategies
Coordinate with brand partners on sponsored content deliverables when applicable

What We Look For

Deep knowledge of college football, NFL, NBA, and sports culture
1-2+ years managing social media accounts (personal sports pages count if they have real traction)
Strong writing skills with a knack for punchy, engaging copy
Experience with short-form video creation (Reels, TikToks) -- filming and basic editing
Familiarity with social media management tools (Buffer, Later, Hootsuite, etc.)
Self-starter who can work independently and meet deadlines without constant oversight
Finger on the pulse of sports media trends, memes, and internet culture
Bonus: experience with Canva, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite for quick graphic creation

Compensation

Competitive stipend + equity/revenue share for the right candidate. This is a ground-floor opportunity at a fast-growing sports media brand.

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We're always looking for talented people. Send us your resume and tell us how you'd contribute to The Sideline.

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