Photography Job Description:
The Northwest Indiana Oilmen Baseball Club are currently accepting applications for their 2022 summer internship program. We are seeking an intern to be our team photographer for the summer season and capture the action on and off the field. This individual will also assist our Social Media and Graphic Design teams in creating images to use in those mediums while upholding the brand standards and executing sponsor driven content. They will also assist the PR Intern on editing photos for the team’s website. Please provide examples of photography work or a link to your portfolio with your application.
About Our Company:
Founded in 2012, the Oilmen are members of the Northern League which was founded in 1902 making it one of the oldest organized baseball leagues in the United States. The Oilmen located in Northwest Indiana, hosts 28 home games from the end of May through mid-August. Oil City Stadium, the home of the Oilmen has seen 3 Championships won by the club since its inception. The stadium has become a destination for baseball events, holding a total of 120 Live Events a year. Touting a successful internship program, the Oilmen have seen hundreds of former interns go onto successful careers in the sports industry, marketing and corporate business world across the country.
We are looking for motivated college students who want great work experience through a summer internship within a sports organization. All interns must receive college credit for this internship, or this internship must qualify for a graduation requirement. Applicants should pursue college credit from their academic institution. We will work with your college or university to ensure that you receive college credit for the position.
Interns must provide their own transportation. Some light travel may be required depending on months of internship and locations of the Oilmen events. Some intern positions can begin in January others with a start in May and go through mid- August.
Interns will be required to work some nights and weekends both in office and/or remotely working and reporting on game activity. The Oilmen’s schedule and week to week events will dictate when late night and/or weekends are required.
Besides game day duties, each intern will be responsible for helping prepare and maintain the ballpark prior to games, as well as participating in offsite events. Offsite events include set up and tear down of the event and fulfilling any special requests made by the customer or sponsor. All interns will participate in a periodic sports management classes that will be instructed by front office personnel.
In addition to your specific area of focus, all interns will have the opportunity to work with the staff to gain experience in other aspects of brand marketing, promotions, and ticket sales department. Sales tasks will include calling renewals and single game ticket buyers, creating surveys to gauge the fan experience, answering incoming phone calls, placing ticket orders, and delivering tickets to clients. Marketing tasks will include creating on-field promotions and nightly promotions, as well as brainstorming ideas for new sponsorship prospects.
What to expect:
• High-quality training and supervision from an energized and experienced staff
• Career guidance and coaching from upper-management
• Freedom to be creative and develop as a professional in the sports industry
• Experience in game day management, stadium operations, customer service, sales, and much more
What we expect from you:
• Desire to learn and grow
• Willingness to be challenged and step outside of your comfort zone
• Energy and enthusiasm when engaging with our fans
• Punctuality and dependability
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative
What you'll be doing:
Required/desired skills:
Interns must provide their own transportation. Some light travel may be required depending on months of internship and locations of the Oilmen events. Some intern positions can begin in January others with a start in May and go through mid- August.
Interns will be required to work some nights and weekends both in office and/or remotely working and reporting on game activity. The Oilmen’s schedule and week to week events will dictate when late night and/or weekends are required.
Besides game day duties, each intern will be responsible for helping prepare and maintain the ballpark prior to games, as well as participating in offsite events. Offsite events include set up and tear down of the event and fulfilling any special requests made by the customer or sponsor. All interns will participate in a periodic sports management classes that will be instructed by front office personnel.
Application Process:
Submit resume and cover letter along with a link to your portfolio to [email protected]
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.