• Job Description

  Req#: 30710

  JOB SUMMARY:

  • A BCSN Intern is responsible for assisting in the daily development of local sports broadcast, digital and social media content. Internship assignments could include, but are not limited to, working as a member of the live broadcast crew, the studio production team or producing assigned video, digital and social media elements, highlight packages and interviews. Other opportunities may include assisting with the various BCSN programming, community and promotional event functions. Primary internship duties require the intern to work independently using creativity and/or originality to contribute to complete tasks.
  • BCSN Interns are mentored by BCSN Operations Supervisors as well as their academic sponsor. While in the studio, at production events or community functions the activities of the intern will be directed by the BCSN event Director.
  • BCSN interns will work with the BCSN crew with a positive attitude and strong work ethic to complete tasks.

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  BCSN Internship opportunities include:

  • Live Broadcast Production Assistant focuses on mobile broadcast set-up and tear-down as well as event camera, audio, replay, statistics and social media support.
  • Daily Studio Production Assistant focuses on the writing, editing and voice tracking of local sports highlight packages and interviews. Duties include studio camera and audio assistance, show graphics development as well as digital and social media support.
  • Administrative, Programming and Promotions Production Assistant works with the Programming and Creative Services to produce and executive the various BCSN programming and promotional events.

  JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent – required
  • Currently matriculating in a 2 or 4 year college program with a Television Broadcasting, Video, Digital, Social Media or Communications related major.
  • Graduation requirement includes a professional internship with a 20, 40 or 100 hour assignment based on degree program.
  • Intern is academically eligible and will complete all academic assignments throughout the internship.

  Core Competencies

  • Agile – Embraces change; adaptable and flexible; sense of urgency;
  • Innovative – Uses critical thinking; Creativity; Continuous Learning; Challenges the Status Quo.
  • Collaborative – Teamwork, Proactive, Knowledge Sharing, Constructive Conflict;
  • Accountable – See it, Own it, Solve it, Do it; Hold each other accountable.

  Job Specific Competencies

  • Initiative - Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development.
  • Assignment Knowledge - Understands duties, responsibilities and has the technical skills required to successful complete assignments.
  • Work Environment/Safety - Promotes mutual respect, keeps workplace clean and safe, supports safety programs.

  Skills Required

  • Demonstrates attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Expresses oneself clearly and concisely
  • Writes English in clear, concise sentence structure
  • Demonstrates good organizational skills
  • Demonstrates professional demeanor
  • Works efficiently and effectively with little or no direct supervision
  • Presents self positively to the public
  • Regularly lifts up to 25 pounds of equipment used in the performance of job functions

  Other Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record that meets Company standards at all times
  • Reliable means of transportation at all times
  • Present professional appearance and demeanor;

  
  

  BCSN/BCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

• About the company

  Buckeye Broadband is a cable and telecommunications company located in Toledo, Ohio, United States, owned by Block Communications. Buckeye Broadband provides cable television, broadband internet and home telephone services.

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