Job Description

The New York Red Bulls are one of 30 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, have competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Sport Illustrated Stadium (SIS) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.

Purpose of this Internship

The Game Presentation & Entertainment Internship is designed for college students who are interested in live sports entertainment and production. They would assist in creating a unique fan experience and environment on a match day at Red Bull Arena. They will learn about entertainment, stage management, video board production and other aspects of game presentation. This intern will report directly to the Manager of Game Presentation & Entertainment.

Job Description

• How to be a stage manager through executing partnership presentations, in-arena host live hits and additional events.
• Ideating on new elements to bring to the fan experience on match days.
• Script writing and overall production elements.
• How to prepare for and execute the in-house production for sporting events. Work with equipment and shadow various roles in a live control room.
• Engagement with supporter groups and finding new ways to integrate them into the match entertainment. Brainstorming new traditions and supporter involvement elements.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student with an interest in Game Entertainment, Field Marketing and Production
• Prior experience in sports/entertainment is a plus
• Strong work ethic and a self-starter when given projects to own
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, high stress environment
• Flexibility to work weekends and nights for events
• Work well in a team focused environment

Additional Information

This is an unpaid, for credit internship (proof that you will receive credit is required).

Because of the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, your assigned hours may vary to reflect our needs (includes nights and weekends).

You must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.

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