What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tim Kurkjian Sports Journalism Fellowship -TECHNICAL/PRODUCTION Director position at Bethesda Big Train?
The Bethesda Big Train is seeking college or graduate students with production and direction experience to produce our game broadcasts on the Big Train Baseball Network. Individuals must have a strong knowledge of baseball, proficiency with broadcasting live events on YouTube, and operational knowledge of vMix or equivalent.
Bethesda Big Train plays a 40 game regular season plus playoffs in the Cal Ripken Sr. Collegiate Baseball League. Interning with Big Train offers educational and networking opportunities, and course credit is available for college students.
Qualifications:
Bethesda Big Train plays a 40 game regular season plus playoffs in the Cal Ripken Sr. Collegiate Baseball League. Interning with Big Train offers educational and networking opportunities, and course credit is available for college students.
Qualifications:
- College or graduate student
- Ability to work night and weekend events in June and July
- Ability to travel to away games (most are within a one-hour drive)
- Strong knowledge of baseball rules and terminology
- Background in communications or journalism preferred
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Set up broadcast equipment before the game for pre-game interviews with coaches and players
- Work in tandem with the broadcasters and sideline reporters, and Director of Broadcasting.
- Conduct research on rosters and players (both Big Train and opponents) prior to each game
- Develop and produce ideas for additional social media content including, but not limited to, TikTok and Instagram videos, highlight packages, human interest stories, and other related content
- Attend and assist in the execution of team events and promotions in the community
- Assist full-time Big Train staff with set-up and post-game procedures and any other duties as assigned
Expenses will be provided to help Kurkjian Fellows defray costs.
To apply, send your resume, cover letter, and broadcast reel to Teamwork Online or Email SalColangelo@Hotmail.com with the subject “Big Train Kurkjian Sports Journalism Fellowship: Technical Director.”
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.
To apply, send your resume, cover letter, and broadcast reel to Teamwork Online or Email SalColangelo@Hotmail.com with the subject “Big Train Kurkjian Sports Journalism Fellowship: Technical Director.”
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.