Broadcast Production Assistant Internship

Job Description

About Company:

The Watertown Shamrocks are a team in the North American Hockey League (NAHL).

Job Description:

The Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) are seeking one to two Broadcast Production Assistants for the 2025-26 season. This internship offers the opportunity to develop production skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

The broadcast production assistant(s) will contribute to various areas of the gameday production team, including:

• Replay Assistant: Capturing and editing plays for broadcast and in-house viewing.
• Camera Operations
• Technical Directing: Operating video switcher, communicating with production staff, and calling camera angles.
• Graphics and Overlay Creation
• Producing
• All other duties as assigned.

Roles to be Filled:

• Director/TD: Operate and manage video switcher; communicate with production staff and camera operators; call for camera angles, videos, graphics, audio, etc. Follows the scripted rundown that is provided day-of from the Director of Broadcasting while also keeping up with broadcasted game action. Previous experience in camera operating, technical directing, sports production, in-house production, audio/video equipment, technical troubleshooting, and extensive knowledge of hockey is a plus but is not required.
• Replay: Controls all playback during the game. Captures various camera angles for playback during broadcast and in-house viewing. Responsible for editing plays as they happen for the director to use on-air as well as exporting highlights/promotional material following proper procedure. Previous replay operations experience, sports and in-house production experience, technical troubleshooting, and extensive knowledge of hockey is a plus but is not required.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from college studying a related field.
• Familiarity with operating a TriCaster, graphics overlay systems, Open Broadcasting Software (OBS) and/or Daktronics Show Control Studio is a plus but is not required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Ability to adapt and react on the fly during a live-sporting event.
• Maintains a calm demeanor and works well under pressure in unexpected circumstances.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, if required.

Benefits:

• Two free tickets to each home game.
• Food and drink provided after each home game.
• Housing provided.
• Academic credit.
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment.