What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radio Play-by-Play Internship position at REX Baseball?
Job Description
This internship runs from May 2025 to August 2025.
This internship runs from May 2025 to August 2025.
REX Baseball is a collegiate summer wood-bat team in Terre Haute, IN, competing in the Prospect League. Since its founding in 2010, REX Baseball has captured two Prospect League Championships (2015 & 2018) and has built a reputation for helping staff and athletes advance to the next level. We’ve had former interns and staff go on to work for major sports organizations like the NFL, NBA, MLB, MiLB, PGA, UFC, and more.
If you're passionate about sports broadcasting, live commentary, and play-by-play announcing, this internship will give you hands-on experience in a fast-paced, professional sports environment. You’ll work closely with our media and production team, contributing to live radio broadcasts, pre-game/post-game shows, and player interviews, all while developing the skills necessary for a career in sports media and broadcasting. This internship is available only to college students seeking UNPAID college credit or experience to build a standout resume.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- The official regular home season begins June 1st and ends July 31st, with the potential to host playoff games through the first week of August.
- Complete internship dates: May 27th to August 10th, including setup and teardown for pre/post season.
- Must be able to work all 2025 games, BOTH Home & Away.
- Strong knowledge of baseball rules, strategy, and terminology to deliver accurate, engaging play-by-play commentary.
- Prior experience in radio broadcasting, podcasting, or public speaking is preferred.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure during live broadcasts.
- Strong verbal communication skills with a natural storytelling ability to engage listeners.
- Proficiency in audio equipment, broadcast software, and sound editing is a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prepare game notes, research player stats, and develop storylines.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
Radio Play-by-Play & Color Commentary:
Radio Play-by-Play & Color Commentary:
- Deliver live play-by-play commentary for all home and away REX Baseball games, providing detailed analysis and engaging storytelling.
- Provide color commentary during broadcasts, offering insights into player performance, in-game strategy, and team dynamics.
- Conduct pre-game and post-game interviews with players, coaches, and team personnel.
- Prepare and maintain game notes, player stats, and league standings to enhance broadcast content.
- Engage with fans via social media by providing updates, highlights, and insights during games.
Broadcast Operations & Audio Management:
- Operate and manage broadcasting equipment, ensuring high-quality audio for listeners.
- Monitor and troubleshoot technical issues with audio feeds and streaming platforms.
Pre-Game & Post-Game Preparation:
- Research and develop storylines, player spotlights, and game narratives to enhance the broadcast.
- Create detailed game notes with relevant statistics, historical context, and league trends.
- Coordinate with the production team to ensure seamless transitions between segments.
Why REX Baseball?
You’ll gain real-world experience in sports broadcasting and live play-by-play announcing, while building a portfolio that will prepare you for a career in radio, podcasting, and professional sports media. This is an opportunity to develop industry connections, refine your craft, and gain valuable on-air experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
You’ll gain real-world experience in sports broadcasting and live play-by-play announcing, while building a portfolio that will prepare you for a career in radio, podcasting, and professional sports media. This is an opportunity to develop industry connections, refine your craft, and gain valuable on-air experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
