Summary/Objective
The Sky Carp Creative Services Trainee will create a wide array of multimedia content for in-game entertainment, general marketing/promotion, and social media. They will play an instrumental role in the production of the Sky Carp simulcast and stadium entertainment experience through creating graphics, capturing and creating content, and assisting in production roles as needed. They will also fulfill various other multimedia and AV obligations as needed.
This position is seasonal, generally limited to a maximum of 30-40 hours per week and does not include benefits other than hourly pay OR potential school credit. The pay for this position is $14.00/hour.
The preferred start date is Monday, March 17th. This position will end in Mid-September once the baseball season concludes.
An applicant should be experienced in the Adobe Creative Suite and be ready to hit the ground running in preparation for the 2024 season
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate and/or create content for the in-stadium videoboard and broadcast graphics
- Assist in shooting and editing video content
- Create content for general team and sales promotion, social media, team store and event advertising, and other miscellaneous needs
- Contribute design ideas for marketing materials and fan experience content
- Attend Baseball U training program to gain knowledge and professional development
- Participate in professional development training
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experienced in the Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects)
- Foundational understanding of camera operation and maintenance
- Foundational understanding of video and art/design composition
- Open to professional feedback and composition critiques
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work independently and self-motivate
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and effectively prioritize goals
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to learn and adapt in fast changing environments and keep calm under pressure
- Ability to work in flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Ability to pull tarp and other minor manual labor tasks
Education and Experience
Currently pursuing, or already possess, a Bachelor’s Degree or higher preferably in Broadcasting, Journalism, Design, Film, or any related field.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Days and hours will vary to include evening and weekend work according to business needs. The position is seasonal, generally limited to a maximum of 30-40 hours per week and does not include benefits other than pay OR potential school credit.
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. The key physical requirements of this position include the ability to walk and stand for an extended period of time, lift up to 30 pounds, and the use of standard office equipment including computers.
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.
