Internships

Candidate should have a proven interest in sports video production and a complete understanding of the game of baseball.

Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Production Manager is part of the Firebirds Media/Marketing Team and will be exposed to, and required to, participate in our multi-media platforms; will work with the Media/Marketing Coordinators in setting team goals.

• Responsible for overseeing and setting up all broadcast equipment before each game.

• Manage the production of the game day program, including pre-production meetings. This job allows for the individual to design and produce a three-hour show, including play-by-play, advertising, sideline interviews, pre- and post-game shows and additional video content. Manage movements of up to four remotely operated cameras during play as well as operate video replay hardware.

• Attend all home and away games.

• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

Candidate should have a proven interest in sports broadcasting and a complete understanding of the game of baseball. Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Sideline Reporter is part of the Firebirds Media/Marketing Team and will be exposed to, and required to, participate in our multi-media platforms; will work with the Media/Marketing Coordinators in setting team goals.

• Provide pre-, in-game and post-game reports and interviews on game related, sports related and human-interest stories at Firebirds games, as well as special interviews for website posting.

• Collaborate with play-by-play broadcasters and production crew on planning and executing pre- and post-game shows.

• Contribute on-air abilities to miscellaneous projects, including but not limited to event previews and short packages.

• Must have the ability to identify and secure candidates to interview.

• Attend all home and away games.

• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

• Candidates should have a proven interest in sports video production as well as a complete understanding of the game of baseball. Applicants will be required to operate a variety of cameras from a fixed, mobile or independent.
• Work samples are required for consideration.
• Requires designing the camera position and handling a remote camera in order to produce high quality content in a timely manner to support the broadcasting, sideline reporting and digital marketing teams
• Capture game broadcasts and highlights live, create recorded highlight video packages with commentary and assist in preparation of video packages for social media posting immediately following each game
• Record and package pre-game and post-game shows with interviews of players and coaches, and fans
• Participate in pre- and post-game production, as well as occasional non-game video productions
• Coordinate activities with broadcasters, the sideline reporter and others as necessary in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain all production related equipment to ensure proper working order

Candidate should have a proven interest in sports broadcasting and a complete understanding of the game of baseball. Submission of play-by-play broadcasting audio and video materials is required for consideration.

• Broadcasters are part of the Firebirds Media/Marketing Team and will be exposed to, and required to, participate in our multi-media platforms; will work with the Media/Marketing Coordinators in setting team goals.

• Prepare for each game by updating player information of both teams, learning the pronunciation of names, fact-checking updated stats and player transactions, and coordinating with opposing team broadcasters.

• Broadcast all in-season games and playoffs including game analysis and color commentary on game associated action.

• Complete all assigned pre- and post-game interviews as determined in production meetings.

• Contribute to Firebirds social media daily, providing color commentary before, during and after games on all social media platforms.

• Advertise special events and other information that is relevant to the Firebirds community as provided by Media/Marketing Coordinators.

• Attend all home and away games.

• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

Candidate should have a proven interest in sports writing and demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of the game of baseball. Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Journalist is part of the Firebirds Media/Marketing Team and will be exposed to, and required to, participate in our multi-media platforms; will work with the Media/Marketing Coordinators in setting team goals.

• Write game recaps for all Firebirds in-season and playoff games to be posted on the Firebirds website, social media and game recap email by 8 a.m. the day following home games and 10 a.m. for away games.

• Research and produce weekly features for website posting.

• Prepare, edit and label all written material to upload to website.

• Assist the sideline reporter and support Digital Marketing team when needed.

• Attend all home and away games.

• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

Candidates should have a proven interest in sports video production as well as a complete understanding of the game of baseball. Applicants will be required to operate a variety of cameras from a fixed, mobile or independent.

Work samples are required for consideration.

• Videographers are part of the Firebirds Media/Marketing Team and will be exposed to, and required to, participate in our multi-media platforms.
  • Including the creation of a highlights video following each game which will be posted on the Firebirds website, YouTube and other social media platforms as well as being used in the game recap email
• Turn around high-quality content quickly and with minimal oversight and supervision, including highlight packages and PSA/sponsor spots to be used in game broadcasts
• Responsible for archiving all team related video on team storage sites
• Attending all home and away games

Candidate should demonstrate a proven interest in photography and demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of the game of baseball. The Intern will play an important role in capturing the full Firebirds experience for the digital marketing (DM) team. Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Graphics intern is part of the Firebirds media/marketing team and will be exposed to, and required to, participate in our multi-media platforms; will work with the media/marketing coordinators in setting team goals.

• Conceptualize and develop creative content that portrays the Firebirds brand.

• Design graphics and motion graphics to be used on social media during games, including but not limited to: lineup, score updates, final score, featured player, etc.

• Responsible for working closely with the digital marketing interns, the community relations and events intern and the photographers to create graphics and images that will be used by the digital marketing team.

• Attend all home and away games.

• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated individual looking to gain professional experience in sports photography, videography, digital marketing, graphic design and community engagement while working in a collaborative professional baseball organization.

Candidate should demonstrate a proven interest in community service/relations and demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of the game of baseball. The intern will play an important role in capturing the full Firebirds experience for the digital marketing (DM) team. Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Collaborate as an integral part of a highly motivated, innovative, and dedicated DM team to capture all aspects of the Firebirds baseball and community experience.
• Responsible for coordinating and executing planned events throughout the season to highlight the Firebirds positive involvement with the local community. These include: home game national anthem, first pitch, Reading with the Birds at local libraries, elementary school days and sponsor events both at the field and at their locations.
• Work closely with the DM team to promote, showcase and report on the events and programs. Ensure programs are advertised ahead of events, and recaps of events are posted.
• The intern will be assigned to plan, propose and lead one or two community events in addition to the pre-planned events.
• Act as the Firebird’s cheerleader/ambassador for our events - providing all needed information, event photo keepsakes and showing appreciation for their support of the team.
• Keep a shared calendar of all community events throughout the summer. Coordinate with the baseball coach/GM Interns to assign players to events each week.
• You are expected to develop working relationships with the head coach, general manager and Executive Board members as our Firebirds Ambassador.
• Attend all home games and non-game events. Must provide own housing and their own transportation to events.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated individual looking to gain professional experience in sports photography, videography, digital marketing, graphic design and community engagement while working in a collaborative professional baseball organization.

Candidate should have a proven interest in digital marketing and demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of the game of baseball. The intern will play an important role in capturing the full Firebirds experience for the digital marketing (DM) team. Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Collaborate as an integral part of a highly-motivated, innovative and dedicated DM team to capture all aspects of the Firebirds baseball and community experience.
• Manage our multi-media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) working as the coordinator of our DM team and in setting team goals.
• Responsible for creating and executing the Firebird’s in-season digital marketing strategy for the Firebirds which includes social media, email marketing and web platforms.
• Work with the photographers, videographers and graphic designer to provide pre-game, in-game and post-game coverage on social media.
• Support and coordinate posts with the community relations intern to cover the non-game events that take place throughout the season.
• Work with the broadcasting team, sideline reporter and journalist to incorporate their content on social media and create engaging multimedia posts. Work closely with the DM team to promote, showcase and report on the events and programs. Ensure programs are advertised ahead of events, and recaps of events are posted.
• Create inspiring, engaging and fun video content for TikTok and Reels. Demonstrate knowledge of video editing platforms such as CapCut and Adobe Premier Pro.
• Attend all home games and split away games with the other social media intern.
• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated individual looking to gain professional experience in sports photography, videography, digital marketing, graphic design and community engagement while working in a collaborative professional baseball organization.

Candidate should demonstrate a proven interest in photography and demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of the game of baseball. The Intern will play an important role in capturing the full Firebirds experience for the digital marketing (DM) team. Previous work submission required for consideration.

• Collaborate as an integral part of a highly-motivated, innovative and dedicated DM team to capture all aspects of the Firebirds baseball and community experience.
• Capture high-quality still photography before, during, and after games, including action, portraits, spectators, behind-the-scenes moments and team interactions.
• Photograph community appearances, sponsor activations, organizational events and other team-related activities.
• Work closely with the DM team to capture images that support social media, marketing campaigns, sponsor promotions and all other organizational initiatives.
• Deliver edited photos to the DM team in a timely manner to meet content schedules and deadlines.
• Organize, label, and archive photo files using the team’s storage and organizational systems. Post all organization photos to Flickr account daily.
• Collaborate with other members of the media and marketing intern team (Social media, graphics, videographer and community relations) to help tell the story of the Firebirds throughout the season.
• Attend all home and away games.
• Must provide own housing and own transportation to away games. Car-pooling to away games with other media interns is encouraged.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated individual looking to gain professional experience in sports photography, videography, digital marketing, graphic design and community engagement while working in a collaborative professional baseball organization.