New Media Production Intern
The Detroit Lions are a professional American football team based in Detroit, Michigan. They are members of the North Division of the National Football Conference (NFC) in the National Football League (NFL), and play their home games at Ford Field in downtown Detroit. The team located to Detroit in 1934 and are the NFL's fifth oldest franchise.
The Detroit Lions currently need a New Media Production Intern. It will be based out of the Detroit Lions Training Facility located in Allen Park, Michigan with occasional docking at Ford Field Stadium in Downtown Detroit. We will accept applications for this position until 11:59PM on December 17, 2021.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Detroit Lions currently have an opening for a New Media Production Intern. Reporting to the Director of New Media, the new media intern will be responsible for supporting media content for all Detroit Lions content platforms. This will include videography, editing and overall production of engaging video content for the team’s digital properties.
HOURS/SCOPE OF POSITION:
The New Media Production Internship will run from mid-January 2022 through mid-June 2022. Candidates will need to be able to work 5 days per week. Due to the unique nature of this position, the candidate must be able to work extended hours during the NFL offseason which will include working on nights, weekends, and holidays.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (including, but not limited to):
The New Media Production Intern will have daily responsibilities including, without limitation, the following:
- Support production of video content for all team platforms including web
- Upload/post finished product to the team’s digital properties and social media profiles
- Export finished product to multi-bit format for delivery to various devices at multiple speeds
- Capture visual content, edit and assist in production of content on deadline for all team digital platforms
- Editing will include integration of graphic elements, sound and music
- Collaborate with New Media Producers and Multimedia Journalist to deliver impactful pieces of content to help reach the department’s overall annual content goals across all platforms
- Translate high-level ideas from project owners and convert same to production treatments
- Assist in tagging and organizing video for team’s digital asset management system
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performing other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Production, Communications or related field
- Experience in video production, sports or news environment with a strong knowledge of the game of football
- Proficiency with media editing software; including Adobe Premier, Final Cut, Adobe After Effects, Avid, CS5
- Strong video editing and videography skills required
- Motion graphic animation experience encouraged but not required
- Understanding of video encoding, codecs and formatting projects for appropriate channels
- Proficient at posting content to various websites (CMS)
- Evidence of creativity and innovation in developing project and story ideas
- Evidence of highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment and journalistic ethics
- Demonstrated strong organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
- Ability and willingness to work flexible and non-traditional schedules, including evenings, weekends and holidays in a fast-paced environment
- Experience operating multiple types of HD cameras is required
- General understanding of NFL rules, teams, players and culture is required
- A reel (YouTube or Vimeo) that shows you can manage a project from start to finish
- Will adjust schedule as needed to meet work goals and time constraints, including working nights, weekends, during training camp and holidays, as NFL football schedule directs
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a good driving record
COVID-19 & REMOTE WORKING:
The safety of our employees and our candidates is paramount as we manage through the COVID-19 pandemic. We continue to closely monitor the evolving situation and we appreciate your understanding and flexibility with any related changes to our work processes.
We have implemented the following to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our offices and facilities including:
- Temperature checks, COVID-19 questionnaire prior to building access, regular cleaning, masks and hand sanitizer.
- Temporary work from home options based on position.
- Suspension of non-essential travel.
- Virtual interviews via phone/video and remote onboarding/training, where feasible.
- Any and all job offers will be contingent upon proof of vaccination or an approved exemption from the requirement due to medical or religious reasons.
TO APPLY:
To apply, please submit a copy of your resume along with a cover letter detailing your interest and related experience to the position.
Due to the high volume or resumes received, we regret that we are unable to update candidates on the status of their application. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
NO CALLS or EMAILS PLEASE.