What are the responsibilities and job description for the Videographer position at Des Moines Buccaneers?
The Des Moines Buccaneers are seeking a creative, motivated, and reliable Gameday Video Intern to assist with capturing content throughout the 2026-27 season. This position is ideal for a college student looking to gain hands-on experience in sports content creation, social media, and live event coverage.
Responsibilities
- Capture video content during all Buccaneers home games at the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex.
- Film game action, fan experiences, sponsor activations, theme nights, and behind-the-scenes moments.
- Assist the Digital Media Coordinator with content needs throughout game day.
- Create game recaps and hype videos for use on social media platforms throughout the season.
- Create and pitch creative content ideas for social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X.
- Help capture content for player features, community events, and special projects if available.
- Organize and deliver raw video files following games.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a college or university program (preferred majors include Sports Media, Digital Media, Communications, Film, or related fields).
- Experience shooting sports content. Previous experience shooting hockey preferred.
- Must own a camera and equipment capable of capturing high-quality video content.
- Available for all Des Moines Buccaneers home games, primarily on nights and weekends.
- Strong understanding of current social media trends and content styles.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop) or other editing software.
- Knowledge of hockey is a plus but not required.
- Ability to think creatively and contribute new content concepts throughout the season.
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.