Summer Video Intern

Detroit Lions • Allen Park, MI

4h

About The Position

The Summer Video Intern is responsible for assisting the video department in shooting and editing video of practices, games, and player workouts for coaches. This position will be responsible for maintaining the video library and assisting with special coaching projects as needed. This position is only for the spring and the summer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (including, but not limited to):
Videography
Assist with shooting video of practices, games, and player workouts for coaches
Shoot sideline (All-22 Camera) or endzone, pole camera or hand held camera.
Shoot clinic tapes for coaches which are sanctioned by the Lions and the NFL
Satisfy any audio or video needs of coaches, players, and staff at the Detroit Lions and Ford Field
Practice/Game Day Responsibilities
Pack equipment in preparation for home and away games
Travel as necessary to home and away games during intern period
Set-up video in meeting rooms at team hotel (away games) and be on site during team meetings the night before a game
Take inventory of equipment and assist with loading/unloading of equipment to Allen Park Training Facility
Film practice and ingest footage into game analysis software
Setup practice field according to practice agenda
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Will maintain an appropriate level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and of other equipment, tools, and software being used
Will maintain an appropriate level of knowledge of Catapult, and other software being used
Will maintain an appropriate level of knowledge of cameras being used
Will actively participate in organizational meetings, providing input and suggestions related to Video and other areas as needed
Must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Maintains professionalism when communicating with internal and external contacts
Must be accurate and efficient with ability to meet deadlines
Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Will adjust work schedule to meet departmental demands which includes working long hours at home and away games which will include working late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays in addition to regular office hours.
Will keep appropriate information confidential
Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing
Will advise supervisor if actual practice (activity) begins to deviate significantly from specified essential functions.

Requirements

• A valid Driver’s License and a good driving record required.
• Working toward or completed bachelor’s degree; preferred areas of study include videography, digital media, sports management, radio/television, and film
• Minimum 2 years of college or professional level football experience in video to include Catapult or DVSport
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
• Experience with video camera operation of professional broadcast/ENG cameras and PTZ cameras
• Comprehensive knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Comprehensive knowledge of Catapult, or DVSport, and Pro Football Focus
• Must be able to adjust schedule as needed to meet work goals and time constraints, including working nights, weekends, and holidays as football schedule directs
• Maintain professionalism when speaking with professional athletes and coaches
• Must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be accurate and efficient with ability to meet deadlines
• Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Will keep appropriate information confidential

Nice To Haves

• License to operate a scissor lift preferred.
• Audio Visual background preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with shooting video of practices, games, and player workouts for coaches
• Shoot sideline (All-22 Camera) or endzone, pole camera or hand held camera.
• Shoot clinic tapes for coaches which are sanctioned by the Lions and the NFL
• Satisfy any audio or video needs of coaches, players, and staff at the Detroit Lions and Ford Field
• Pack equipment in preparation for home and away games
• Travel as necessary to home and away games during intern period
• Set-up video in meeting rooms at team hotel (away games) and be on site during team meetings the night before a game
• Take inventory of equipment and assist with loading/unloading of equipment to Allen Park Training Facility
• Film practice and ingest footage into game analysis software
• Setup practice field according to practice agenda

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern