Social Media Coordinator
Lit Mitts - Social Media Coordinator
Spring Semester College Internship
(January through May)
Company Overview
Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Lit Mitts is a new-to-market brand for premium batting gloves and apparel – for future pros, by former pros! Our batting gloves and apparel are made from the highest quality materials. We bring bold style, creative flair, and high-quality performance to the diamond, helping young athletes express themselves while playing the game they love. Look good, feel good, play good! As we grow, we’re looking for energetic, talented individuals who share our passion for sports and creativity.
Position: Social Media Coordinator
Location: Remote but local presence
Ideal for: College student looking to gain hands-on experience in social media, branding, and content creation.
About the Role
Lit Mitts is seeking a creative, motivated Social Media Coordinator to support our social presence across all major platforms. This role is perfect for a college student who loves sports, especially baseball or softball, and wants to build real-world skills in social media management, content creation, and brand engagement.
You’ll play a key role in helping us build strong connections with young athletes and their families while promoting our bold and exciting brand voice.
Responsibilities
● Content Ideation: Brainstorm and develop fun, trendy, and sports-focused content ideas tailored to the youth baseball/softball community.
● Copywriting: Write engaging, on-brand captions for posts, stories, and reels.
● Graphic Creation: Design eye-catching graphics, visuals, and promotional content using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
● Social Posting: Schedule and publish content across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and others.
● Community Management: Monitor comments, messages, and engagement; reply promptly in a positive, brand-appropriate tone.
● Trend Spotting: Stay up-to-date with social media trends, audio, memes, and sports-related content that our audience will love.
● Collaborations: Assist with influencer outreach and partnership opportunities when needed.
● Analytics Support: Track performance and share simple insights or observations on what content works best.
Qualifications
● Current college student pursuing marketing, communications, sports management, or a related field.
● Strong understanding of major social media platforms (specifically Instagram & TikTok).
● Creative thinker with initiative and the ability to work independently.
● Basic graphic design skills (Canva or similar tools).
● Strong writing and communication abilities.
● Reliable, organized, and eager to learn.
What You’ll Gain
● Hands-on experience managing real brand accounts.
● A portfolio of social content and campaigns you helped create.
● Skill development in marketing, content strategy, and community engagement.
● Experience working with a growing consumer brand in the sports industry.
● Flexible schedule that works around your classes.
Ready to apply? Please send your resume and portfolio to tparkhill@marketspaceagency.com
