Major League Soccer

Senior Coordinator, Social Media (Temporary Role)

Job Locations US-NY-New York
ID
2025-2211
# of Openings
1
Category
Social Media

Overview

This is a temporary position beginning on or about January 5, 2026 through on or about September 30, 2026 and payrolled through a 3rd Party Provider.

 

This temporary Sr. Coordinator, Social Media position is responsible for helping position Major League Soccer as the most engaging and innovative sports brand in social media. This position will help produce Spanish-specific content with MLS photo, video, and editorial teams, and decide how to distribute on MLS Español social media channels to help achieve our objectives in alignment with the Spanish-language digital content strategy. This role will help manage the process in which we create and publish content during the week and on matchdays. The Sr. Coordinator will be key in helping grow the MLS fan base — from the MLS club level to the league level — and supporting all elements of the MLS ecosystem, including our partnership with Apple TV.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, create and post content for MLS Español social media platforms including but not limited to TikTok, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook -- on weekdays, evenings and weekends (game, big event, and desk coverage required)
  • Manage a close working relationship with the MLS Español Digital Content and Editorial team to ensure alignment in storytelling
  • Collaborate on the content calendar and day-to-day publishing of social content in our voice
  • Provide and manage live match coverage on weeknights and weekends
  • Coordinate direct communication with social & digital leads for all MLS clubs
  • Collaborate cross-departmentally on standard processes for club social content
  • Manage and implement programming around key events including but not limited to MLS All-Star, Decision Day, and MLS Cup, while working cross-departmentally to ensure all organizational and objectives are met
  • Collaborate across the enterprise on strategies that leverage players, partners, influencers, and/or celebrities to achieve enterprise-wide metrics

Additional Responsibilities

  • Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree Required
  • 3+ years of experience required, with 2+ years of experience in Social Media, Marketing, or Communications

Required Skills

  • Innovating attitude and creative spirit
  • Knowledge of the Spanish Language (native proficiency)
  • Ability and willingness to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Prior corporate experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok
  • Prior experience managing team or league handles for soccer and/or sports team
  • Knowledge of soccer: MLS clubs, the U.S. Men’s National Team, Canada Men’s National Team and other international soccer, particularly South and Central American
  • Passion for and experience in social media marketing, with strong understanding of trends and best practices
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite (or other video and photo editing platforms). Video editing for social platforms a plus.
  • Meticulous with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal direction
  • Passionate about providing fans with a great digital experience by listening, interacting and producing innovative content
  • Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment
  • Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally
  • Knowledge of the sport of soccer

Desired Skills

  • Proficiency in graphic design and photoshop
  • Ability to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Total Rewards

 

Starting compensation $30.00 - $33.00/hour; 40 hours/week. MLS/SUM compensation is contingent upon several factors including individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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