Job Posting: Braves Minor League Video and Information Intern

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November 1, 2018

Position: Minor League Video and Information Intern

Description:

The Minor League Video and Information Intern will provide a service to an Atlanta Braves affiliate through charting live baseball games and providing video and information to Braves coaches, coordinators, and front office members.

This role manages all aspects of the assigned affiliate’s video and advance scouting operation and aims to provide an experience that prepares the ideal candidate for a future role in the baseball industry.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Capture and chart video for each game of the full minor league schedule of an assigned affiliate (home games and team travel to road games, postseason included)
  • Manage a network of cameras set up to collect high-quality video from multiple angles.
  • Attach, edit, and upload video following each game daily.
  • Support the coaching staff/players with ad-hoc video/technology requests as assigned.
  • Lead the affiliate’s advance scouting process and produce associated materials for the coaching staff.
  • Act as a point-person for affiliate’s use of performance technology initiatives as assigned by the Braves front office.
  • Attend a portion of the Braves’ Spring Training camp in Orlando, FL to undergo training in video and advance information.
  • Participate in periodic calls with the Baseball Operations group in Atlanta.
  • Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • An understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures and an ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
  • Self-motivated individual with high degree of responsibility including confidentiality, sense of urgency, and accountability.
  • Proactive, organized and detail oriented person who can prioritize their workload and follow-through with minimal supervision.
  • Flexibility and enthusiasm in attitude and approach.
  • Willing to relocate to a Braves minor league affiliate from Mid-March through Mid-September.
  • Able to successfully complete a background check.

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This is a paid position that includes a housing stipend for the duration of the minor league season.

To Apply:
Applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to bravesopsjobs@gmail.com and include “Minor League Video and Information Intern” in the subject line.

ANLBC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.





 

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