Product Video Producer, Creative Lead
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Reporter Video Student Intern, Summer 2026 (Remote) at The Athletic Media Company
United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sports Media, JournalismIndustries
Requirements
- Experience editing news, vertical and social video in Adobe Premiere Pro
- A genuine interest in all types of sports. Experience covering sports is a plus
- A journalism background and an understanding of how newsrooms operate
- The ability to work independently and in teams
- A willingness to learn and collaborate in a remote newsroom
- The ability to work nights and weekends
- A solid background in video editing and visual journalism
Responsibilities
- Work with video producers and editors to put together engaging stories from The Athletic’s reporters in the field
- Follow The Athletic’s style guide and formats to produce content
- Train reporters on best practices for filming video on their phones and guide them through the production process
- Edit footage from reporters into compelling stories with clear narratives
- Work closely with the Video Design team to deliver compelling, on-brand graphics that elevate our video content
- Collaborate with the Thumbnails Design team on ongoing research and experimentation to produce engaging imagery that maximizes audience engagement and click-through performance
- Assist in producing and independently editing video stories featuring The Athletic’s reporters
- Work across teams, including working with highlights and social video
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the pay rate for the Reporter Video Student Intern position?
The rate of pay for this role is $20.00 USD per hour.
Is this internship remote, and are there any location requirements?
This is a remote internship that may require some travel to New York City. Candidates based in New York City have the option of working on-site in the New York office.
What skills and experience are required for this internship?
Required skills include experience editing news, vertical and social video in Adobe Premiere Pro, a solid background in video editing and visual journalism, a genuine interest in all types of sports, a journalism background, and the ability to work independently and in teams.
What is the work environment like at The Athletic?
The intern will work in a remote newsroom, collaborating across teams including video producers, editors, Video Design, and Thumbnails Design, with a willingness to learn and a need to work nights and weekends.
What makes a strong candidate for this Reporter Video Student Intern role?
Strong candidates have experience editing video in Adobe Premiere Pro, a background in visual journalism, genuine interest in sports, journalism experience, and the ability to work independently, in teams, nights, and weekends.
The Athletic Media Company
Digital sports news and analysis platform
About The Athletic Media Company
The Athletic provides detailed sports news, stories, scores, schedules, and podcasts for sports enthusiasts. It focuses on delivering in-depth coverage from experienced writers, ensuring fans receive breaking news and insightful analysis about their favorite teams and leagues, including major sports like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and international events like Formula One and soccer. The Athletic operates on a subscription-based model, where users pay for premium content that is not available for free, allowing the company to invest in high-quality journalism. This approach sets The Athletic apart from competitors who often rely on advertising. The goal of The Athletic is to serve dedicated sports fans by offering comprehensive and exclusive coverage that goes beyond basic scores and headlines.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$135.7MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Short & Long Term Disability
Free Subscription
Competitive Health Care
HSA & FSA
Commuter Benefits
Risks
Competition from free sports content providers threatens The Athletic's subscription model.
Reliance on high-profile journalists poses risks if negotiations fail.
Social media platforms offering free updates challenge The Athletic's premium content focus.
Differentiation
The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers.
It operates on a subscription model, focusing on quality over quantity.
The company provides exclusive content not available for free elsewhere.
Upsides
Increased interest in women's sports boosts The Athletic's market potential.
Hiring high-profile journalists strengthens The Athletic's editorial team.
New podcast series diversify content offerings, engaging broader audiences.
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