Harvard Athletics Multimedia Intern

Video Producer (Internship) – Harvard University

Harvard Athletics Multimedia

Job Summary:

The Harvard University Department of Athletics is currently accepting applications for a 10-month internship in Athletics Multimedia, spanning from July of 2025 to May of 2026. The intern will report directly to and receive mentorship from Jamie Magone, Assistant Director of Multimedia and Production, and the other full-time staff within the multimedia department. The intern will assist with coverage of the university's 42-sport varsity athletics program.

Harvard Athletics boasts 42 varsity programs, the most among Division 1 schools in the country. As the first college to establish an athletic association, Harvard emphasizes success within the Ivy League, earning over 400 titles since 1956. Nationally, its teams have claimed more than 140 championships – with national champions in cross country, track and field, fencing, rugby, rowing, and sailing this past year alone. Most notably, the Crimson made history in the 2024 Paris Olympics, securing a school record of 13 medals by United States athletes. Harvard had the third highest medal count by school, behind University of Virginia and Stanford.

·      Position Description:

o  The intern will work as part of the game-day video production team, operating technical equipment to produce and broadcast athletic events on ESPN as well as in venue video board shows.

o  The intern will eventually take on the role of Director/Producer at games, with responsibility over all video and audio elements of production, and a game-day leadership role over 10-15 game-day video production assistants.

o  The intern will also work on post-production video editing projects, creating original content for the social media, GoCrimson.com website, video board shows, and broadcasts.

o  The intern will gain hands-on experience in game-day productions, broadcast engineering, and non-linear video editing.

·      Qualifications and Required Skills:

o  Must be able to receive academic credit for the internship

o  Strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills are required.

o  Applicants should have a background in broadcast production and/or video editing

o  Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects is preferred.

·      Academic Credit:

o  This internship is designed to be completed for academic credit. Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university and be eligible to receive academic credit for their participation in the internship.

o  Proof of eligibility for academic credit (e.g., a letter from your academic advisor or registrar) is required prior to the start of the internship.

·      Work Format:

o  Internship, Full-time

o  Wage: $15.00 per hour

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·      Schedule:

o  This internship runs from July 2025 – May 2026. Evening and weekend work will be required. Your schedule may vary to accommodate evening and weekend work.

o  The intern is expected to commit to approx. 40 hours/week throughout the duration of the 10-month internship, with overtime pay available.

·      Location:

o  Boston, MA. Ability to commute or relocate for in-person work is required.

·      Perks and Benefits

o  Harvard Athletics runs an intern professional development program that helps get a career in sports broadcasting off to a good start, gives you a chance to get career advice from coaches and athletic administrators, and discusses topics such as managing your career. Cambridge is a multi-cultural city with exceptional diversity. And Boston is the undisputed hub of college and university life.

o  Interns get free use of our athletic facilities, including our Olympic-sized pool; fitness center; and indoor tennis courts.

o  An engaging and collaborative work environment

o  Opportunity to attend and/or work the Men’s and Women’s Beanpot at TD Garden

o  Opportunity to acquire UAS Drone License after completing course and official test, both covered by Harvard Athletics

·      How To Apply

o  Please send your resume to Jamie Magone at jmagone@fas.harvard.edu

o  Cover letters and portfolios are not required but are preferred. These help us get to know more about you before the internship hiring process officially begins!

o  Deadline for applications is 2/14/2025

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Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

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, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.