About the role#
The Staten Island FerryHawks offer a hands-on educational experience for students interested in motion design within a professional sports environment. This internship focuses on the creation of animated graphics for live events, video boards, and broadcast packages. You will work under the supervision of our entertainment staff to learn the workflows and technical requirements of a professional sports organization.
What you'll do#
- Learn how animated graphics are built for the video board and in-game presentations.
- Observe the design and usage of broadcast and studio motion packages.
- Gain hands-on experience in After Effects by working on practice builds.
- Develop spec and practice pieces for review by our staff.
- Learn how to organize motion templates and project files.
- Experience the process of how live-event graphics come together on a game day.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled as a student in motion design, animation, film, graphic design, digital media, or a related field.
- Ability to earn academic credit through your school and provide written confirmation of eligibility.
- Familiarity with Adobe After Effects.
- A reel or samples showing your prior motion or animation work.
- Experience with Blender, Unreal Engine, Cinema 4D, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, or Photoshop is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Staten Island, New York.
- The internship is for the Winter 2027 term.
- This is an unpaid position offered for academic credit only.
About Staten Island FerryHawks
The Staten Island FerryHawks are a professional baseball team based in Staten Island, New York. Founded in 2021, the organization operates as a privately held entity with 42 employees. The team plays its home games at Staten Island University Hospital Community Park. This venue serves as a year-round entertainment hub for the local community and the broader New York City area.
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