About the role#
The Sideline Reporter acts as a primary voice for the Keene SwampBats. This internship provides hands-on experience in sports broadcasting and journalism throughout the summer season. You will work directly with the Broadcast Production team to support our media operations.
What you'll do#
- Conduct on-field interviews before, during, and after games.
- Help produce a weekly podcast segment for Chatter at the Swamp.
- Write articles, including a weekly calendar overview and in-depth features for Behind the Swamp.
- Create content highlighting the Player of the Week.
- Travel with the team to various locations.
What you'll need#
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Prior experience with color commentary or play-by-play broadcasting.
- Experience writing post-game wrap-ups.
- Knowledge of baseball rules and terminology.
- Ability to work under pressure and stay flexible in changing situations.
- A commitment to pursuing a professional career in this field.
- Availability to work early mornings, days, nights, and weekends.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, or Media Studies.
Location & details#
- Location: Keene, New Hampshire.
- Term: Summer 2027 (late May through mid August).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. We provide housing, a game-night meal, and a $400 stipend.
About NEW ENGLAND COLLEGIATE BASEBALL LEAGUE INC
The New England Collegiate Baseball League operates as a wooden bat summer league for college players. It maintains teams across all six New England states. Founded in 1993, the organization is based in Sanford, Maine. It functions as a nonprofit entity with a staff of 26 employees. Major League Baseball provides partial funding for the league.
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