Social Media Coordinator

Social Media Coordinator – Paid Student Intern

Martial Arts Gym

Greater Tucson Area Applicants only! No remote positions. 

Location: Green Valley/Sahuarita, AZ./Tucson

Type: Part-Time Paid Internship (10–20 hours per week) 

Reports to: Gym Owner

Compensation: $16–$20 per hour (depending on experience) + Free Gym Membership

About the Gym

Sahuarita Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA is a welcoming, community-driven martial arts gym offering training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, personal fitness and more. We help students of all ages and levels build confidence, discipline, and fitness in a fun, supportive environment.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a motivated student intern who is passionate about social media, content creation, and martial arts (or fitness) to help run our gym’s Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms.

This is a hands-on, paid internship perfect for communications, marketing, digital media, or sports management students who want real-world experience. You’ll create content, grow our online community, and help attract new members all while learning from experienced coaches and building your portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Respond to all inquiries and messages coming in from social media and ads, providing information on the gym, what we offer, pricing etc.  Responding timely and regularly. Help respond to comments and messages to keep our community active and welcoming.

 Assist in creating and scheduling engaging posts for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.

Approve collaboration requests

 Keep Owners informed of industry information being posted on social media, such as events, trends, open mats, competitions that gym may want to participate in. 

Film and edit short videos of classes, techniques, student transformations, challenges, and fun gym moments (using phone or basic equipment). Collaborate with instructors and members to capture authentic stories and testimonials.

Use other content provided and approved to post.

Brainstorm and help execute fun social media ideas, trends, and promotions.

 Track basic performance metrics (likes, comments, views, follows) and share what’s working.

Support gym events and promotions through social content and creating ads.

What You’ll Learn & Gain

•  Real experience managing social media for a local business.

•  Skills in content creation, video editing, photography, and audience engagement.

•  Understanding of how social media drives business growth (lead generation and membership).

•  Portfolio pieces you can use for future jobs or freelance work.

•  Mentorship from the gym owner.

Requirements

•  Currently enrolled as a local Tucson area college or university student (any major welcome, but Communications, Digital Photography, Marketing, Media, or Sports-related fields are a plus).

•  Strong interest in social media and content creation — bonus if you already post on TikTok or Instagram.

•  Basic skills filming with a smartphone, simple video editing (CapCut, iMovie, or similar), and taking good photos.

•  Positive, energetic personality and comfort being around a lively gym environment.

•  Reliable, organized, and able to work independently on tasks.

•  Daily Availability for 10–20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends to respond to inquiries.

•  Passion for martial arts, fitness, or sports is highly preferred but not required — enthusiasm and a good work ethic matter most!

•  Must have your own smartphone for filming (basic gym equipment provided for content).

How to Apply

Send your resume (or a short bio), along with links to any social media accounts or content you’ve created (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, etc.) to jaime@sahuaritabjj.com.

In your application, please tell us:

•  Your current major and school.

•  Why you’re interested in this internship and martial arts/fitness.

•  One idea you have for a fun social media post or series for our gym.

We review applications on a rolling basis and can’t wait to welcome a new member to our team!