Marketing & Game Presentation Intern

Department: Marketing

Supervisor: Marketing Manager

Classification: Part-Time/Non-Exempt (Seasonal)

Summary/Objective

Contribute to the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals Spring Training Operations for the 2024 season as one of our highly valued interns. We’re looking for dynamic individuals who can contribute to our operation in West Palm Beach, Florida. The internship runs from December 2023 through the end of March 2024 and will work closely with front office executives, gameday staff, facilities staff and fans.

In this role, you will be an essential part of the in-game experience and help build memories that last a lifetime. We’re looking for outgoing, enthusiastic individuals who possess a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and desire to learn. The Marketing & Game Presentation intern will assist with a variety of tasks related to the branding and promotion of the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals Spring Training facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Other duties as assigned.
• Pre-program and setting up the run of show on all Daktronics’ systems each game.
• Coordinate pregame ceremonies and game day presentation (National Anthem performances, video board, script writing, music).
• Assist in development of social media content and promotion.
• Game day oversight of control room and production.
• Handle media credential requests and distribution.
• Able to follow directions and work well within team setting.
• Interact professionally with both clients and fans.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Photography experience is a plus.
• Has some knowledge and experience in video editing and/or cinematography is a plus.
• Gameday script writing is a plus.
• Fluency in current graphic design practices and web production software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator preferred.
• Must be reliable and exhibit commitment to meeting both the work schedule and job requirements.
• Has a strong interest and some experience in media production.
• 3.0 GPA or higher, working toward a degree in Sports Marketing, Graphic Design, Advertising or related field(s).
• Knowledge and understanding of industry specific social media metrics and best practices.
• Ability to work irregular/extended hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Strong conceptual skills, including online software concepts and online experience concepts.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Knowledge of website structure and functionality (Squarespace).
• Highest level of professionalism in an office setting.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Gameday Press Box/Control Room experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This job operates in an office and ballpark stadium setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and photocopiers. The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment. Ability to work in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue in all weather extremes for extended periods of time.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a moderately active role, and will including the individual to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and/or climbing up/down stairs or ladders. Individual may also be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch, and to lift/move/carry items up to 20 lbs on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including; extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Travel

Rare travel maybe expected in this role.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

Experience

Preferred

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