Video and Webcast Production Internship

Company: Kenosha Kingfish
Location: Kenosha
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

Video and Webcast Production InternshipBig Top Sports & Entertainment - Kenosha Kingfish (Kenosha, WI)Big Top Sports & Entertainment, is looking to hire full-time a Video and Webcast Production Intern for the 2021 season with the Kenosha Kingfish. This is a full-time internship requiring at least 40 plus hours per week, sometimes far more depending on weekly game load and events and projects.The Kingfish are seeking an individual to assist in producing a 4-camera webcast for each of their 36 home games that is streamed live on the Northwoods League (NWL) Stretch Internet platform. This individual will manage a crew of 3 camera operators and a director during all home games. Please provide examples of video work or a link to your portfolio with your application.Responsibilities Include:

• Manage and schedule web cast team for Kingfish Games.
• Direct four-camera webcast broadcast for all 36 Kingfish home games.
• Update rosters, head shots and stats graphics for use in game production.
• Produce commercials to run all season during breaks.
• Produce pre and postgame show each broadcast.
• Setup, breakdown, and maintaining of video production equipment.
• Write promotional copy for multiple platforms.
• Assist with motion graphic creation for in-stadium video board.
• Work closely with play by play broadcaster to create high quality game broadcasts with replays.
• Create short videos that can be used online and on the video board to enhance the fan experience.
• Assist with preseason Simmons Field operations prep work including making sure the webcast equipment is functioning flawlessly.
• Assist with special events as necessary throughout season.
• Other tasks as assigned.Required Skills:
  • Extensive video editing experience, especially replays.
  • Experience directing a broadcast or producing a broadcast.
  • Proficient in camera techniques, including positioning, lighting, etc.
  • Must be a creative thinker with the ability to think of new, fun ideas to improve the fan experience through video.
  • An excellent understanding of baseball.
  • Ability to problem solve in clutch situations.
  • Ability to work independently and take leadership of the web cast.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Must be well organized and detail oriented.
  • Must have the ability to work long hours and under the pressure of producing a live sporting event.Big Top Sports & Entertainment annually hires more than 50 interns for its Northwoods League franchises. Each team plays 36 home games from late May through August. Internships being in Mid-May and could go as late as Aug 21 depending on playoff results. If team does not make the playoffs interns are required to stay through Aug 18 for cleaning, inventory and winter storage of equipment.All interns must receive college credit for this internship OR this internship must qualify for a graduation requirement. All Interns will receive a housing & travel stipend for this internship.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.

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