What are the responsibilities and job description for the Broadcasting and Media Relations Intern position at Gary SouthShore RailCats?
Gary SouthShore RailCats, Broadcasting and Media Relations Intern
The Gary SouthShore RailCats of the American Association of Professional Baseball are hiring a Broadcast and Media Relations Intern for the 2026 season.
Location: Gary, Indiana
Start Date: May 1, 2026 (Flexible for the right candidate)
End Date: End of the 2026 season (early to mid-September, depending on playoffs)
Duties include:
* Color commentary with the opportunity to broadcast three innings for all 50 home games
Location: Gary, Indiana
Start Date: May 1, 2026 (Flexible for the right candidate)
End Date: End of the 2026 season (early to mid-September, depending on playoffs)
Duties include:
* Color commentary with the opportunity to broadcast three innings for all 50 home games
* Co-host pregame and postgame shows for all 50 home games
* Interview players, coaches, and front office staff members for broadcasts, features, and team publications
* Assist in creating and producing audio/video elements (game highlights, commercials, radio imaging, social media content, etc.)
* Assist in preparing starting lineups and stat packs for media, coaches, and broadcasters
* Assist with press releases, game notes, team media guide, game recaps, player profile pieces/feature stories, roster moves, and any media requests
* Update the RailCats official website and social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)
* Assist in creating and producing audio/video elements (game highlights, commercials, radio imaging, social media content, etc.)
* Assist in preparing starting lineups and stat packs for media, coaches, and broadcasters
* Assist with press releases, game notes, team media guide, game recaps, player profile pieces/feature stories, roster moves, and any media requests
* Update the RailCats official website and social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)
* Create content for RailCats Social Media (Commercials, Podcast, Highlights, etc.)
* Work all non-RailCats special events
* Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
* Good character, be reliable, and trustworthy
* Must have prior baseball broadcasting experience and a vast knowledge of the sport
Requirements:
* Good character, be reliable, and trustworthy
* Must have prior baseball broadcasting experience and a vast knowledge of the sport
* Demonstrate strong writing, verbal communication, and editing skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Drive, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
* Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Audition, and Premiere is preferred
* Must be available to work all home games and other events at The Steel Yard during the season
* Self-starter that can handle multiple projects at once and maintain a high quality of work in a professional setting without constant supervision
* Must be able to assist with all other departments within the front office
* Ultimate team player
Submissions should include:
* Resume and cover letter
* Baseball play-by-play sample
* Writing samples (game recap, feature story, press release, etc.)
* Self-starter that can handle multiple projects at once and maintain a high quality of work in a professional setting without constant supervision
* Must be able to assist with all other departments within the front office
* Ultimate team player
Submissions should include:
* Resume and cover letter
* Baseball play-by-play sample
* Writing samples (game recap, feature story, press release, etc.)
* Any other materials to highlight additional skills you can bring to the position
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