Company Description
Badlands Big Sticks Baseball is a summer collegiate baseball team located in Dickinson, North Dakota. Founded in 2018, the team has been providing family-oriented entertainment with great baseball to Dickinson and the surrounding communities ever since.
In 2026, the Badlands Big Sticks will enter their 3rd season as members of the Northwoods League - a summer collegiate wood bat league founded in 1994 with 26+ teams across seven states and one province, which has produced over 400 Major Leaguers in its 30-year history.
We are proud to represent the people of Western North Dakota and exemplify the spirit of Theodore Roosevelt.
Internship Information:
- Start Date: 2nd Week of May (TENTATIVE)
- End Date: 2nd Week of August (TENTATIVE)
- Housing provided
- Current enrollment in a college program is required
- Expected to be available for all Badlands Big Sticks home games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays
- Expected to be available during the entirety of games/events from report time through conclusion of responsibilities. Schedule will be dictated by supervisor and is subject to change daily
- Expected to be available on non-game days to attend meetings, work office hours, and complete responsibilities as assigned
- Must be able to aid in all areas of team operation including, but not limited to, ballpark set-up and tear-down on gamedays, pre and post-season cleaning and organization, acting as the mascot when needed, and taking out the trash
Summary
The Badlands Big Sticks are seeking a creative and motivated team photographer with strong photography and design skills to capture the excitement of Big Sticks baseball and elevate the team’s media presence. This role plays a vital part in documenting game action, fan experiences, and special events, while also contributing to graphic design, merchandising, and social media content. The main focus is capturing the success of not only the team on the field, but the organization as a whole and presenting it in a professional and creative manner. The ideal candidate is energetic, adaptable, and eager to bring fresh, engaging ideas to both in-game coverage and behind-the-scenes storytelling.
*Disclaimer*
Photography equipment is not provided by the Badlands Big Sticks and the organization is not responsible for any damage to aforementioned equipment while the photographer is employed by the Big Sticks. Photographer should provide their own camera and any additional equipment they may use for their previous work to ensure the best quality of work.
Responsibilities
- Take and upload high-quality photos of game action, fan interactions, group outings, promotional events, and general ballpark activities.
- Capture, edit, and upload team and player headshots.
- Design and produce team baseball cards.
- Help create and publish game-day graphics (lineup posts, final score updates, player of the game, etc.) as needed.
- Help manage and contribute to team social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok), including posts, stories, and designed content.
- Assist with ballpark setup and teardown if needed.
- Support broadcasters with editing and other media-related needs.
- Assist in planning and coordinating player media days.
- Support staff with pregame and postgame interviews as needed.
Qualifications
- Experience in photography, graphic design, or media production at the collegiate or professional level.
- Strong creative skills with an eye for detail and storytelling.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Capcut, or other design/photo editing tools.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to adhere to strict deadlines for photos and other creative projects.
- Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays during the season.
Passion for sports, especially baseball, is a plus.
Credit
- College credit towards a major, minor, or general elective may be earned
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