Photographer

Vince

Trenton Ironhawks

Videographer Internship
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**Position Overview  
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The Trenton Ironhawks are seeking a motivated, creative, and highly-skilled **Videography Intern** to help create video content throughout the hockey season. This internship provides hands-on experience producing video content for a professional sports organization, from filming and editing short-form social clips to developing longer-form storytelling projects.  
  

The ideal candidate has a strong visual eye, impressive video work in their portfolio, and the ability to independently take a video from concept through final edit. We are looking for someone who is passionate about filmmaking, eager to improve their craft, and capable of producing high-quality content in a fast-paced professional sports environment.  
  

The intern will work closely with our creative team to capture and produce content surrounding games, practices, players, coaches, community appearances, promotional events, and behind-the-scenes team activities.  
  
**Timeline:** September 2026 – April 2027 (or at the completion of Playoffs)  
  

**Responsibilities  
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*   Film and produce video content for Trenton Ironhawks games, practices, community events, promotional appearances, and team activities.
*   Capture compelling game action, player moments, fan experiences, behind-the-scenes footage, entertainment, sponsors, and other elements of the Ironhawks experience.
*   Create short-form video content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and other digital platforms.
*   Produce medium-length video features, including player features, interviews, promotional pieces, hype videos, and team-focused storytelling.
*   Assist with developing long-form and documentary-style content that tells deeper stories about players, coaches, the team, and the Ironhawks organization.
*   Take projects from **concept and planning through filming, editing, and final delivery**.
*   Edit video using professional editing software and create polished, engaging final products.
*   Assist with interviews, scripted and unscripted storytelling, promotional shoots, and special video projects.
*   Develop creative concepts and contribute ideas for new video series and storytelling opportunities.
*   Capture high-quality audio and understand basic lighting, composition, framing, and cinematography.
*   Organize, label, and maintain video footage, project files, and the team’s digital media library.
*   Collaborate with digital media, marketing, communications, game presentation, merchandise, and community relations staff to fulfill content needs.
*   Deliver content on tight deadlines, including during and immediately following games and events.
*   Ensure video content is consistent with the Trenton Ironhawks brand and visual standards.
*   Follow all arena, team, and league policies while working around players, staff, fans, and restricted areas.
*   Perform other videography and game-day duties as assigned.

  
**Qualifications  
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*   Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Video Production, Digital Media, Communications, Film, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a related field. 
*   Demonstrated experience filming and editing video content.
*   **Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating impressive video production, editing, cinematography, and storytelling skills.**
*   Ability to independently film and edit projects from start to finish.
*   Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro or similar professional editing software.
*   Familiarity with professional cameras and video equipment.
*   Strong understanding of composition, framing, lighting, camera movement, audio, and visual storytelling.
*   Ability to capture fast-moving action in a live sports environment.
*   Strong creative instincts and attention to detail.
*   Ability to work independently while also taking direction and collaborating with a creative team.
*   Highly motivated and eager to learn, experiment, and improve.
*   Dependable, organized, professional, and able to meet deadlines.
*   Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
*   Knowledge of hockey or previous sports videography experience is encouraged but not required.

  
**Portfolio Requirement  
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**A portfolio or video reel is required.  
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Applicants should submit examples of their strongest video work demonstrating creativity, film quality, editing skills, and cinematography. We are particularly interested in candidates who include short-form social content, medium-length features, and/or longer-form storytelling.  
  

Student, freelance, volunteer, personal, and independent projects are welcome. Quality and creativity are more important than the type of project.  

  
**Equipment  
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During interview process, candidates should indicate what camera, audio, lighting, and editing equipment they have access to. Access to personal video equipment is preferred but may not be required depending on team resources and assignment needs.  
  

**Schedule and Availability  
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*   Must be available for Trenton Ironhawks home games and selected team events.
*   Evening, weekend, and holiday availability will be required.
*   Additional hours may include practices, community appearances, interviews, promotional shoots, and special projects.
*   The internship schedule may vary based on the team’s game and event calendar.
*   Schedule may vary for students earning academic credit.

  

**Physical Requirements  
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*   Ability to stand and move throughout the arena for extended periods.
*   Ability to carry and operate video, audio, and other production equipment.
*   Ability to work in cold, crowded, noisy, and fast-paced arena environments.
*   Ability to safely position equipment and move through designated game-day areas.
*   Ability to work for extended periods while operating a camera.

  

**Internship Experience  
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This internship is designed to provide practical experience in professional sports video production. The intern will have opportunities to:  
  

*   Build a professional video portfolio and reel.
*   Gain hands-on experience filming live professional sporting events.
*   Produce content for a professional sports organization.
*   Develop short-form, medium-form, and long-form video storytelling skills.
*   Learn professional video production, editing, and content workflows.
*   Work on projects from concept through final delivery.
*   Develop experience in sports marketing, branding, and digital media.
*   Receive feedback and guidance from members of the Trenton Ironhawks creative and digital media staff.
*   Develop content that will be published across the Ironhawks’ digital and social media platforms.

  
  
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.

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