What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video/Editor Internship position at Charlotte Checkers?
Zawyer Sports is seeking a creative and motivated Video / Editor Intern to join our content and marketing department in Charlotte. This unpaid internship offers hands-on experience producing video content for the Charlotte Checkers and Charlotte Crown, with opportunities to contribute to in-arena entertainment, social media, and digital storytelling throughout the season. This intern will report directly to our Zawyer Videographer.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Assist in shooting and editing video content for:
- Game-day videos (hype videos, in-arena features, themed nights)
- Social media platforms (short-form, vertical, behind-the-scenes content)
- Promotional and marketing campaigns
- Capture b-roll at games, community events, and team appearances
- Edit highlight packages, player features, and cinematic storytelling pieces
- Collaborate with the creative and marketing teams on content ideas
- Organize, label, and archive video footage and project files
- Assist with media day shoots and special productions as needed
- Must have access to your own camera, laptop, and Adobe software.
- Strong interest in sports, hockey, basketball, or live event production
- Working knowledge of video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro or Capcut required; After Effects a plus)
- Basic understanding of cameras, lighting, and audio
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and game days
- Strong attention to detail and creative storytelling skills
- Real-world experience with a professional hockey organization
- Portfolio-worthy content used in-arena and across official team platforms
- Hands-on mentorship from an experienced creative team
- Location: Charlotte, NC
- Duration: Seasonal / Semester-based (flexible)
- Office hours are not required, but highly encouraged to maximize learning, collaboration, and mentorship opportunities