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MLB Network seeks a Freelance Broadcast Associate, Edit (BA) to provide support to the entire production process, as assigned. The BA, Edit must have basic content productions skills, a strong passion for and knowledge of baseball/hockey and an exceptional work ethic.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the designated Highlight Supervisor (Hi Supe), produce and edit assigned video elements to be used on all MLB owned and operated platforms (including NHL Network), including but not limited to Voice Overs (VOs), Sound On Tape (SOTs), and Teases, etc. 
• Produce in-game and full game recap highlights for MLBN, NHLN and MLB Digital, Streaming and Social platforms, including writing shot sheets for on-air Talent.
• Contribute to MLB/MLB Network and NHL/NHL Network Sales and Marketing efforts as well as MLB Network and NHL Network promotional content by producing promos, sales reels and sponsored content.
• Aid in the completion of projects for third-party clients including MILB, Little League World Series and Amazon Coast to Coast.
• Oversee and coordinate MLB Network / NHL Network Logging Department, including Commercial Ad Insertion efforts for MLB.TV.
• Assist in various areas of production as needed.
• Other such duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 0 to 3 years' experience or related business experience is required.
• Must have experience with Adobe Premiere or like editing software.
• Effectively utilize Adobe Premiere Edit Software, Diamond Logger, ENPS and other editing computer programs.
• Must demonstrate a passion for and deep knowledge of baseball/hockey.
• Ability to work on-site and on a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be extremely organized, demonstrate initiative and an ability to complete multiple assignments in a timely manner.
• Individual must work well in a dynamic environment and be able to recommend and implement process improvements, work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrate the tact, diplomacy, decisiveness, and superior people skills required in a pressurized live television environment.
• Must possess excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location.
• Ability to navigate distances of various lengths within the work environment.

Education:

A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcast Journalism or a related major is highly preferred.

Position Reports to:

• Segment Producer

Pay Range: $28.50/hour

As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB Network considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB Network believes in providing a competitive benefits package for its employees. 

Top MLB Network Perks & Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage 
• Company Contributed 401K Plan 
• Paid Sick Time
• Commuter Benefits
• Discounts at MLB Store | MLBShop.com
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Why MLB Network?

MLB Network is the ultimate television destination for baseball fans, with studios located in Secaucus, N.J., just minutes from New York City. Featuring live regular season games, original programming, highlights, insights and analysis from the best in the business, MLB Network produces baseball content for delivery to multiple media platforms. Cutting-edge technology is used to create MLB Network's Emmy Award-winning programming via roles in live studio and remote production, operations, engineering, media management, creative services, social media and others.

MLB Network is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also only consider qualified applicants' criminal histories when required by legal requirements. 

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