AEG
AEG is hiring: Broadcast & Communications Internship (Summer) in Burlington
AEG, Burlington, NC, United States, 27215
Internship Summary:
The Burlington Sock Puppets (2022 Appalachian League Organization of Year) are an energetic entertainment organization that are not only members of the summer-collegiate Appalachian League (powered by MLB), but a marquee staple in the Burlington (NC) and Alamance market. This internship is designed to provide an individual with a hands-on opportunity to learn and refine the skills necessary to be an exceptional play-by-play broadcaster and well rounded media professional.
Internship Goals:
The Burlington Sock Puppets are owned and operated by Knuckleball Entertainment. It is an equal opportunity employer and strives for diversity within its full-time, seasonal, and game day staff. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, especially racial, ethnic, gender and sexual orientation minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and people with non- traditional backgrounds to apply for this position. Most importantly, no matter their background, the person selected for this position must embrace, advocate for, and deeply value equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
Job Questions:
The Burlington Sock Puppets (2022 Appalachian League Organization of Year) are an energetic entertainment organization that are not only members of the summer-collegiate Appalachian League (powered by MLB), but a marquee staple in the Burlington (NC) and Alamance market. This internship is designed to provide an individual with a hands-on opportunity to learn and refine the skills necessary to be an exceptional play-by-play broadcaster and well rounded media professional.
Internship Goals:
- Strengthen personal play-by-play broadcasting ability.
- Create a unique broadcast experience for listeners/viewers.
- Publish written and visual content aimed at increasing fan engagement and brand marketing.
- Gain exposure to social media management with a focus on consistent activity and interaction.
- Full-Time summer internship from Mid-May to the beginning of August.
- Must be working towards a Bachelor's degree in sports broadcasting, journalism or other communications major.
- Must work all events and game days put on by the Burlington Sock Puppets and Burlington Baseball, Inc.
- Be able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Must have previous play-by-play/broadcast experience.
The Burlington Sock Puppets are owned and operated by Knuckleball Entertainment. It is an equal opportunity employer and strives for diversity within its full-time, seasonal, and game day staff. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, especially racial, ethnic, gender and sexual orientation minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and people with non- traditional backgrounds to apply for this position. Most importantly, no matter their background, the person selected for this position must embrace, advocate for, and deeply value equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
Job Questions:
- What about our internship program are you most excited about?
- Are you able to complete the full duration of the internship program (internship will start no earlier than May 19th, 2025 and will end no later than August 4th)?
- Do you have a play-by-play reel? If so, please either post the link below or send an email to info@gosockpuppets.com.
- Do you have any written content samples from a previous experience or organization? If so, please upload here (pdf).