Intern - Creative Services

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

The Intern, Creative Services will report to the Assistant Director of Creative Services. This position helps execute USA Baseball's media plan and is responsible for capturing photos for both editorial and retail purposes as well as upholding the brand of our nation's pastime through graphic design for USA Baseball's events and national team programs. The Intern, Creative Services will work closely with USABaseball.com (Powered by Major League Baseball Advanced Media), USABaseballPhotos.com, USABaseballShop.com, and USA Baseball's social media accounts.

Anticipated Start Date
• North Carolina - May 2025
• Arizona - May 2025

Anticipated End Date:
• North Carolina - August 2025
• Arizona - July 2025

POSITION DETAILS
• Full-time hours (40 hours/week).
• Possible domestic travel involved (all travel costs covered by USA Baseball)
• On-Site
• Based in Cary, NC or Peoria, AZ with access to a workstation during scheduled working hours
• USA Baseball has 9 Intern, Creative Services positions available

IN THIS ROLE
• You will shoot action photography at National Training Complex events and games.
• You will review and compile daily graphics featuring USA Baseball and other relevant mentions.
• You will support the Assistant Director of Creative Services in designing content for social media, website, marketing, and advertising material; designing print and digital advertising material; and designing promotional posters and flyers.
• You will ensure consistent styling vision and to reflect our USA Baseball brand standards.
• Serve as a primary media contact at all USA Baseball events and assist with game day operations including graphic creation, photography, and videography.
• You will assist with other tasks as directed by the Assistant Directors, Creative Services.
• You will assist all departments as needed for the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS
• You have proficiency in creative areas, including photography, videography, and/or graphic design.
• You have proficiency in Adobe Creative Applications, including Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and other departments.
• You are comfortable with Canon DSLR or mirrorless camera systems.
• You are flexible and adaptable, willing to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary.
• You are in pursuit of or have completed a bachelor's or master's degree in graphic design, marketing, or a related field.
• You can successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

Preferred:
• You have strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• You are passionate about baseball with an understanding of the amateur baseball landscape.
• You are proficient in all social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, X, and TikTok.

COMPENSATION
• Hourly

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of USA Baseball to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Discrimination and unlawful harassment are not tolerated at USA Baseball.

USA Baseball is dedicated to building an authentic and inclusive workplace. If you are interested in an open position but are hesitant to apply because of your experience, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be a great fit for USA Baseball and the right candidate for this position or other roles in our organization.

ABOUT USA BASEBALL
Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, USA Baseball serves as the national governing body for baseball in the United States. Since 1978, the organization has been dedicated to Leading the Growth of Our Pastime's Future, supporting and protecting the game for its 15.6 million participants nationwide. A proud member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), USA Baseball's national teams have earned 70 gold medals in international competition, including two Olympic gold medals and a World Baseball Classic title. Beyond competition, USA Baseball champions the sport's growth and well-being through initiatives such as BASE (Baseball Athlete Safety Education), Fun At Bat, Pitch Smart, PLAY BALL, the Prospect Development Pipeline, and USABat. Additionally, it recognizes the nation's top amateur baseball player each year with the prestigious Golden Spikes Award. For more information about USA Baseball, its national teams, or its development initiatives, visit USABaseball.com or USABDevelops.com.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to update candidates on the status of their application. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please note that USA Baseball's offices will be closed for operations from December 23, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Candidates may experience delayed responses from hiring managers during these breaks.