Assistant media

Start date : March 18th, 2025 (willing to be flexible for the right candidate, but must be able to begin no later than March 28, 2025)

End date : September 19, 2025

Compensation : TBD - likely a monthly stipend with the POTENTIAL for housing to be provided

This position is designed for recent college grads or soon-to-be college grads with schedule flexibility.

The Fredericksburg Nationals, 2024 Carolina League champions and affiliate of the Washington Nationals, are seeking a Broadcasting and Media Relations Assistant.

This person will serve as the No. 2 broadcaster during all FredNat home games and select road games, and will contribute to day-to-day media relations and writing operations.

This position reports directly to Broadcasting and Media Relations Manager Eric Bach.

Responsibilities : Broadcasting :

Broadcasting :

• Play-by-play for 2-4 innings during 66 FredNat home games and select road games, and color commentary the remainder of the game.
• Assist with soundboard and commercial breaks during games.
• Produce and edit audio and video elements, including highlights, interviews, & commercials
• Other duties as assigned

Writing :

• Writing game recaps, feature stories for the FredNats' program and articles for the FredNats' website.
• Help in writing press releases for roster moves and various club news.
• Other duties as assigned

Media Relations :

• Use Adobe InDesign to create / update daily game notes for media distribution.
• Assist with all media relations efforts including issuing press releases, accommodating interview requests, administering media credentials, as well as other media information and related duties.
• Assist with maintenance of the stadium press box.
• Assist with social media.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidates should :

• Hold a vast, working knowledge of the game of baseball in several different aspects.
• Possess strong writing and verbal skills.
• Have experience with Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign, Premiere and Audition) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Be willing to learn, work hard, handle multiple projects at once and maintain a professional, respectful attitude.
• Willfully assist in physical tasks such as pulling tarp during rain delays or before / after games.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Last updated : 2024-11-21