BRIEF SYNOPSIS OF JOB
An entry-level position providing hands-on experience in collegiate summer baseball. Join the St. Cloud Rox for the summer to gain a behind-the-scenes experience like no other. You’ll learn the ins and outs of a sport organization within the Northwoods League. The Northwoods League has over 340 alumni who have gone on to play Major League Baseball. The Rox are a leader in fan support and community engagement along with consistently creating a ballpark environment that is incredibly entertaining for fans. The position will include event day duties and some non-game day responsibilities as well. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with the ability to work in a team environment, have an eagerness to learn, and possess the flexibility to adapt to what each day brings.
Your work will be on ESPN+ as select Rox games are broadcasted live! Broadcasts are also on the following OTT services: Apple TV, Android TV, Amazon Firestick and ROKU. Nearly 2 million fans watched Northwoods League baseball through these services.
This position starts in mid-May and lasts through mid-August.
Reports to: Creative Media Director
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Graphic overlays, commercials, highlight clips
- Schedules and manages camera operators
- Manage all video equipment. Making sure its properly used, cared for and protected.
- Maintains all video/broadcast production and press box equipment-Includes set-up and teardown of 4 HD cameras and stands/HD Video Equipment and PC Computer/Monitors
- Creates commercials/slides/creative to be incorporated into the HD video broadcast
- Manages the setup of Wirecast graphics
- Clips highlights during the game and uploads them to Dropbox for use on social media
- Works directly with the online streaming platform and Northwoods League to ensure a smooth broadcast
- Work with the team videographer to provide player feature stories throughout the season
- Helps produce promotional footage to help sell tickets
- Help produce an end of season highlight video
- Archives videos throughout the season
- Assists in game day operations (Setup/Cleanup)
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Have a positive attitude and provide a strong effort to succeed
- Knowledge of video editing for PC/ Mac / Photoshop (or photo editing programs) / Website Editing / Adobe InDesign or Corel Draw/ Microsoft Office Products is required / Willingness to learn new technology!
- Must be available for all Rox home games and have ability to work extended hours including weeknights and weekends
- Knowledge to care for and protect video equipment.
- Multi-task and effectively problem solve
- Energetic “can-do” attitude
- Work well in a fast-paced environment
- Vast attention to detail
- Knowledge of the game of baseball
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.
