Broadcast Directing/Technical Directing Internship

The Madison Mallards and Night Mares are seeking an individual to assist in producing a 5-camera webcast for each of their home games that is streamed live on FloSports. This individual will assist in the management and scheduling of a group of 7-10 gameday camera operators. Please provide examples of video work or a link to your portfolio with your application.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in the management and scheduling of camera operators
• Create the live stream shot listings over game for commercial breaks to align with sponsor needs
• Technical Direct a five camera webcast on FloSports
• Assist in the creation of video content for social media channels
• Work closely with other broadcast Interns to maintain organization and enhance all video content for the Madison Mallards and Night Mares
• Setup, breakdown, and maintaining of video production equipment
• Work closely with motion design/videoboard operation intern to provide video feed to the videoboard during on field promotion games.
• Actively research/stay on top of internet trends relevant to our team/target audience
• Attend scheduled Sports Business classes, produced for the benefit of the Intern class
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Experience with video editing and software
• Previous experience directing a broadcast
• Proficient in video techniques, including camera positioning, lighting, etc.
• Must be a creative thinker with the ability to think of new, fun ideas to improve the fan experience through video
• A general understanding of baseball and/or softball is preferred
• Ability to problem solve on the fly
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be well organized and detail oriented
• A computer for webcast production that has necessary webcast and editing software will be provided

About the Madison Mallards & Madison Night Mares:

The Mallards are one of the largest and most successful summer collegiate baseball teams in the nation attracting more than 200,000 fans each summer. The Night Mares debuted in 2024 as an inaugural Northwoods League Softball team. In just one year, they became the highest attended summer collegiate softball team and look to continue to grow in year two. The Mallards & Night Mares annually hire more than 20 intern positions for the season, who may also have the opportunity to gain experience at other Madison based teams & events throughout the summer. Many of our full-time staff completed an internship or seasonal position with us prior to their full-time employment. Former interns have gone on to work for the Carolina Panthers, Milwaukee Brewers, Arizona Diamondbacks, Green Bay Packers, and various minor league and summer collegiate league teams across the nation.

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