Camera Director Internship

Be part of an award-winning broadcasting team! Join an industry-leading team this summer and gain valuable, hands-on experience in sports broadcasting while building skills and connections that can help launch your career. The Rox are a leader in fan support, winning, community engagement, and staff development, along with consistently creating a ballpark environment that is incredibly entertaining and fun for fans and staff. The Rox have a proven track record of providing interns with hands-on experience and knowledge that will be useful in competing for jobs in the sports industry. Many former Rox interns have obtained a full-time job with sports organizations after their internship. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, a strong communicator with the ability to work in a team environment, has an eagerness to learn, and possesses the flexibility to adapt to what each day brings with a positive attitude. The Rox will work with you to fulfill requirements for college credit if necessary.

This position starts in May and lasts through mid-August.

Reports to: Creative Media Director

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and produce the four-camera, live HD webcast of Rox home baseball games, including pre-game and post-game coverage, prerecorded interviews, and other creative content.
• Direct the four-camera broadcast during all games by selecting camera shots and communicating effectively with three camera operators throughout each broadcast.
• Provide clear direction to camera operators regarding shot selection, framing, composition, and subjects.
• Manage and coordinate with three camera operators during each game to ensure a professional and seamless broadcast.
• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and teardown of video and broadcast production equipment, including four HD cameras, camera stands, video equipment, computers, and monitors.
• Assist in creating commercials, graphics, slides, and other creative content to be incorporated into the HD video broadcast.
• Work directly with the online streaming platform and the Northwoods League to help ensure a smooth and reliable broadcast experience.
• Assist in producing player feature stories and other content for social media and the team website throughout the season.
• Help produce promotional video content designed to increase ticket sales and fan engagement.
• Archive and organize video content throughout the season.
• Assist with game-day operations, including setup and cleanup.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of AV equipment - most specifically, a camera switcher, broadcast cameras and intercom systems
• Have a positive attitude and provide a strong effort to succeed
• Availability to work Rox home games, which includes some nights and weekends
• Multi-task and effectively problem solve
• Energetic “can-do” attitude
• Understanding of how a baseball broadcast operates
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with strong communication skills

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