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Broadcast and Communications Intern

Flint Firebirds Hockey (OHL)
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The Flint Firebirds are seeking multiple Broadcast and Communications interns for the 2024-25 season. Successful candidates will work on a rotational basis in the following duties, gaining experience in broadcast production, communications, media relations, digital content and more.

The Firebirds are members of the prestigious Ontario Hockey League, recognized as one of the top player developmental leagues in the world. During the 2023-24 season, scouts from all 32 NHL teams attended Firebirds games. Since the team’s inception in 2015, the Firebirds have had 29 drafted or NHL-signed players on its roster.

Interns would have the opportunity to contribute to telecasts on the Firebirds Hockey Network, which are broadcast live online via CHL TV and across Ontario as part of the OHL Action Pak.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to gain experience in the sports industry while learning from experienced professionals in broadcasting, communications and production. Interns would work with and report to the Director of Communications and Play-by-Play Announcer as well as the Director of Broadcasting, developing valuable skills for those looking to build a career in sports.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

BROADCAST/VIDEO PRODUCTION

  • Operate camera during pregame and intermission segments
  • Clip video highlights during game using Uplynk
  • Edit highlights into a full game package immediately following the game
  • Assist with live, in-game player and coach interviews
  • Potential on-air opportunities for the right candidate
  • Other duties as assigned

COMMUNICATIONS

  • Assist with creation of game notes and media information
  • Assist with writing of postgame recap for Firebirds home games
  • Assist with in-game social media updates during Firebirds home games
  • Assist with set-up and organization of Firebirds media suite during home games
  • Opportunity to contribute with written, video and social media content creation
  • Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Working knowledge of video editing software
  • Knowledge of camera operation
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite preferred
  • Strong writing ability
  • Team player attitude
  • Must be available for majority of Flint Firebirds 34 home games (includes nights, weekends and holidays)
  • Must be within driving distance of Flint, Michigan