Digital Content Intern

Digital Content (4-5 positions per summer semester; 1 position per fall/spring semesters) Over the summer, Firecracker Sports hosts amateur baseball and softball tournaments in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Our mission is to provide a multitude of opportunities and avenues for youth players to develop, grow and reach their goals. The Digital Content Intern will aid in increasing brand awareness through digital video and photo productions, to better highlight the Firecracker Sports company.

Individuals should have an interest in sports video production or social media and a general understanding of the games of baseball and/or softball. Interns will gain valuable experience in working with Mirrorless/DSLR Camera(s) and camcorders, learning audio and lighting techniques, using Adobe Creative Suite programs; Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, etc. and share their own creations with us of original content for our brand. Interns will also be taught on how to grow social media platforms.

Our social media platforms already have over 45,000 followers! *Submission of a cover letter and a resume to Firecracker Sports is required.* Requirements Include: A field of study in video production and/or a general social media experience is required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills required Internship Dates: Spring Internships runs from January through Memorial Day weekend. Summer Internship runs from the week of Memorial Day weekend through the first full week of August.

Fall Internship runs from Labor day weekend through 2nd week in December. Staying overnight in hotel accommodations for all travel events. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from events and fields Self starter and ability to work independently with little or no supervision Good communication skills, a friendly professional disposition and an ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities Include: Assist the Digital Content Producer in covering Firecracker Sports events; Tournaments, Showcases, Team Scout Days, Testing Days, Social Events etc. Provide photography services; Action, headshot, team shots when needed Introduce new video products such as Personal Testimonies, staff interviews outside partnership highlights, Inside Firecracker Sports, etc. Work closely with the Digital Content Producer to capture content that aligns with and highlights the broader Firecracker Sports marketing strategies/philosophies Edit small projects for Firecracker Sports Social platforms; YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, etc.

Pay, Benefits, Training and Future Contract/Employment Considerations: Compensation: $2,000 – $4,000 based upon location and experience Mileage/Meal Reimbursement at end of each term. Fully paid/free hotel accommodations Full college credit for the semester with your college or university. Onboarding, Training, Mentoring.

Practical and on the job training and mentoring. Interns are routinely hired as paid contractors and staff for future events after successfully demonstrating the skills necessary to perform their related duties. About Firecracker Sports: Firecracker Sports is committed to providing opportunities for everyone involved to develop their skills, showcase their talent and broaden their exposure for success in the marketplace.

Firecracker Sports is the largest youth sports tournament provider in the Northeast and part of one of the fastest growing sports industries in the United States. We host baseball and softball events for youth organizations and players in Rhode Island, Maine, New York, Massachusetts, Virginia, South Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Annually, we host approximately 1500+ youth ]teams and serve approximately 40,000 fans, 20,000 players and 1000+ coaches who are in attendance at