JOIN THE CREW

VOLUNTEER TO BE “ON CREW”

MLC Connect is looking for enthusiastic, passionate game changers to join the crew for Connect 2026. Whether you’re currently a full-time creative in sports and enjoy working behind the scenes or working towards a career in sports with an applicable degree, we need your help to bring our vision to life and ultimately push the industry forward. Join our community, meet speakers and leaders, gain valuable experiences, and make connections that stick with you past the conference.

APPLY BY OCTOBER 30TH

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APPLY BY OCTOBER 30TH /

OPPORTUNITIES

    • Must have social media experience

    • Plans, posts, and manages content across all platforms- Instagram, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn

    • Builds content plans with the Director of Marketing that align with brand goals

    • Watches analytics like a true pro- knows what’s working, what’s not, and how to pivot

    • Reply to DMs and comments- keeping the brand human

    • Must have graphic design and motion experience

    • Translates big ideas into strong visual concepts

    • Contribute to branding strategies and conference development by providing creative insight

    • Work closely with marketing and senior leadership to align objectives

    • Willingness to work on design and animation projects year-round

    • Coach and provide clear feedback to other design team members

    • Take creative concepts and turn them into eye-catching visuals

    • Must be a true pro and confident in your work

    • Make sure all designs stay true to the brand vibe- whether its colors, fonts, or tone

    • Keep your files neat and your layers labeled

    • Taking accountability for your work- deadlines are important to us

    • You’ll be responsible for finding, pitching to, and locking in awesome sponsors who align with our brand

    • You’ll plan, set goals, and drive the overall of our sponsorship program under main leadership

    • Manage relationships by checking in and providing updates to sponsors

    • Work closely with sponsorship team to provide tasks and responsibilities

    • Support leadership with contracts, pricing, and terms

    • You’ll work closely with the Director of Partnerships to help bring sponsorship strategies to life

    • Connect with potential partners to keep them in the loop and make them feel like VIP’s

    • Help put together pitch decks and partnership packages

    • Be an extra set of eyes to ensure nothing falls through the cracks and keep conversations flowing with sponsorships

    • Responsible for finding and pitching conference party locations to operations team

    • Coordinate with vendors, venues, and internal teams

    • Manage logistics pre, during, and post events

    • Make sure every event feels on-brand, engaging, and memorable

    • Be the go-to person on event days to ensure the event runs smoothly and the experience is flawless

    • You’ll help the Events Manager keep everything on track, from early planning to event wrap-ups

    • Assist with the details- you’ll make sure all the little details of the events are checked off and double checked

    • Coordinate with vendors by confirming bookings and logistics

    • Help make sure events look amazing before the doors open and get packed up smoothly once they’re over

    • Support the Events Manager with anything they need to make sure each event is a success

    • Assist with setup, organization, and breakdown at the stadium and event venues including signage placement, table and chairs arrangement, green room setup, merch setup, etc.

    • Work the registration table, welcoming attendees, distributing materials, and providing information about the conference

    • Work the merch table, selling swag, answering questions, and assisting with their purchase

    • Act as a greeter and all around resource for attendees, making them feel welcome, assisting them as needed, and answering any questions they may have

    • Support the staff as a whole and be willing to help as requested, ensuring a successful and smooth event

THE “ON CREW” EXPERIENCE

  • All-Access Immersion – Receive a full-access pass to every session of MLC Connect, including both the Creative and Innovation tracks, giving you front-row insight into the future of sports creativity.

  • Stay in the Heart of It All – Enjoy hotel accommodations at the official MLC Connect crew and speaker hotel, paired with a fellow volunteer, where the after-hours conversations and connections are often as valuable as the conference itself.

  • Fuel for the Grind – Lunch, dinner, coffee, and refreshments are provided daily, so you can focus your energy on creating, connecting, and learning without missing a beat.

  • Resume-Worthy Experience – Add a standout credential to your portfolio that instantly signals hands-on industry experience and credibility with top-tier creative leaders.

  • Crew Identity & Gear – Rock your official MLC Connect staff T-shirt and receive a curated swag box—a badge of honor and a reminder you’re part of something bigger.

  • Discover your creative calling – Immerse yourself in an environment that sharpens your skills, challenges your perspective, and helps you uncover new passions and career paths you didn’t know existed.

  • Unmatched Access to Leaders & Peers – Network face-to-face with speakers, industry leaders, and creatives from pro teams nationwide, forging connections that evolve into collaborations, mentorships, and lifelong friendships.

  • Contribute to a rare creative culture – Become part of a tight-knit fraternity of innovators who thrive on pushing boundaries, lifting each other up, and shaping a culture that extends far beyond the conference.

  • Turn volunteering into opportunity – What begins as service transforms into a career-changing experience, opening doors, building credibility, and giving you access to opportunities few others will ever touch.

  • Creative Athlete™ Travel Opportunities – Tap into exclusive chances to extend your journey with MLC Connect through select travel opportunities that broaden both your creative and cultural horizons.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Deadline to volunteer: October 10, 2025

  • Monthly mandatory Zoom meetings leading up to the conference

  • Required to be in-market for 5 days around the conference date

  • Have a team-player “all hands on deck” attitude, be willing to help with anything and everything, with the understanding that there will be late nights and early mornings

  • Must be at least 21 years of age, must qualify as a conference attendee, or be working towards a career in sports with an applicable degree

  • Ready to make lasting relationships, learn, grow your craft, and create a fun and memorable experience for our attendees and other crew members

HOW TO QUALIFY AS A CONFERENCE ATTENDEE

GET IN TOUCH

If you’re interested in joining the crew, please fill out the form below.

All submissions will be reviewed in the order they are received. Space is very limited. Thank you in advance for your interest.

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