Football Video Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About the role
The Bethel University Football Program is seeking a creative and motivated individual to fill the role of Football Videographer Intern. The primary objective of this position is to elevate the football program's brand and actively engage fans, recruits, and alumni. The intern will be responsible for capturing the energy, emotion, and execution of Royals Football on game days and translating that raw footage into high-impact, short-form digital content (such as 45-90 second weekly recap videos optimized for social media).
Required Qualifications for this Role:

• Must be a current student.
• Proficiency with DSLR/Mirrorless cameras and stabilizers (gimbals).
• Strong experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci
• Resolve).
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively under tight weekly deadlines.

Preferred "Nice-to-Have" Skills:

• An eye for sports cinematography, pacing, music synchronization, and sound design.
• Prior knowledge or understanding of football.

Additional Responsibilities:
Bethel's mission is to educate and equip students to lead lives of impact through transformative academics in a Christ-centered community. Bethel's employee community plays a central role in developing our students as whole and holy persons. To carry out this mission, Bethel uses the foundation of our guiding documents, the Affirmation of Faith, Community Covenant, and Key Policies. Bethel expects all employees to actively participate in creating our Christ-centered community by agreeing with and abiding by our core beliefs in the Affirmation of Faith and supporting all other beliefs as Biblical, responsible, and thoughtful approaches while avoiding dissension and divisiveness. Employees teach and mentor students and help one another uphold our Community Covenant commitments. As a result of these expectations, all University employees act as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to carry out its mission and foster Bethel's Christ-centered covenant community.
Other Duties: The essential functions, tasks and responsibilities of this position may change from time to time. Bethel University reserves the right to add or omit duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the University or its leadership. Additional tasks or duties required of the position, will be communicated to the incumbent with specificity to ensure the employee may perform their role with complete understanding. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed; it is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Physical Demands
Lifting & Carrying: Handling and operating professional video gear, including cameras and
stabilizers/gimbals.
Mobility: Standing, walking, moving, or bending on the sidelines for extended periods during game
days to capture action shots.
Screen Time: Significant time spent using a computer screen to edit video footage.
Work Environment
Location: Mix of outdoor and indoor football stadiums for all home and away games, requiring travel
via team busing. Video editing will take place in the Bethel University Library Maker Space or
alternative workspace.
Weather: Exposure to outdoor elements and changing weather conditions typical of the fall sports
season (September-December).
Noise Level: High noise levels should be expected on the sidelines during game days.
Expected Work Schedule
Hours per Week: Approximately 10 hours per week.
Schedule Details: Saturdays are dedicated to traveling and shooting games. Sunday through
Wednesday will involve editing footage and attending weekly check-in/media transfer meetings.
Firm Weekly Deadline: The final recap video must be completed and emailed no later than Thursday
morning at 10:00 AM following each game.
Pay: $1,500 stipend (approximately $15 / hour).
Please provide a link to your personal video portfolio or highlight reel showcasing your cinematography
and editing skills.
Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.
Bethel University's Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.
The pay range for this role is:
15 - 15 USD per hour (Bethel University)