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FloSports is the leading digital platform for underserved sports, combining live and on-demand streaming, original programming, data, and technology to help sports grow their audiences and build sustainable businesses, from youth to professional levels. By bringing thousands of events and communities onto one platform, Flo creates scale where none previously existed, connecting passionate fans with the sports they love while giving athletes, organizers, and rights holders the tools to reach and engage a global audience.

Flo streams more than 50,000 live events annually across sports, including motorsports, wrestling, hockey, track & field, cheer, jiu-jitsu, NCAA Division II and III athletics, and more. We’re looking for people who are passionate about sports, embody accountability, collaboration, curiosity, positivity, grit, and excellence, and are motivated to help grow and elevate the communities we serve.

THE ROLE:

The Production Intern will work closely with members of the Production and Operations teams to support live event and studio production. They will gain hands-on experience throughout the production process, including pre-production planning, studio setup and reset, production support, equipment testing, graphics, podcast and studio show production, production logistics, and post-production workflows. Interns may work alongside on-air talent, assist coordinating producers, producers, and stream technicians, and learn how production budgeting, scheduling, staffing, and event planning support successful live broadcasts.

From week to week, interns will apply what they have learned by supporting FloSports live productions across a variety of events and studio projects. The internship is designed to provide exposure to multiple areas of sports production, with responsibilities tailored to the intern's skills, interests, and career goals. By the end of the internship, they will have a strong understanding of modern live production workflows, production planning and execution, broadcast technology, and the collaborative processes required to deliver high-quality live sports content.

• This is an Austin-based internship available as a 12-14 week program.

• Seeking a minimum availability of 20-25 hrs/week, with flexibility for live event and weekend coverage.

• This is a paid internship, offering $20/hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with weekly studio productions, including setup, operation, and studio reset.

• Support live REMI productions before, during, and after broadcasts.

• Prepare, test, organize, and inventory production equipment for upcoming events.

• Assist with graphics creation, show building, and quality control for live productions.

• Support podcast production, including studio setup, recording, and post-production workflows.

• Assist with production budgeting, scheduling, staffing, documentation, and operational checklists.

• Support onsite event setup, production execution, troubleshooting, and strike as assigned.

• Collaborate with Production, Studio, Graphics, Logistics, and Operations teams based on department needs and live event schedules.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Interest in live sports production and a desire to learn all aspects of the production process.

• Experience or coursework in live streaming, broadcast production, or digital media production.

• Basic understanding of production fundamentals, including storytelling, camera operation, editing, lighting, and audio.

• Familiarity with on-site, remote, and cloud-based production workflows.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with production staff, on-air talent, and cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to take initiative, solve problems, and adapt to changing production needs.

• Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to producing high-quality content and maintaining production standards.

• Clear writing, copyediting, and formatting skills to support scripts, rundowns, and production documentation.

BONUS POINTS:

• Familiarity with software-based production tools such as OBS, vMix, and Blackmagic ATEM.

• Experience with broadcast graphics systems such as Chyron, Xpression, Singular, or Scorecard/SSP.

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, or After Effects.

• Familiarity with prosumer production equipment, including Panasonic CX350 or CX10 cameras, Marshall POV cameras, Panasonic PTZ cameras, and related fiber optic connectivity.

• Experience in G-Suite programs (Sheets, Docs, etc.) and Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel).

• Interest in production management workflows, including budgeting, scheduling, staffing, and cost comparison tools such as Domo.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

FloSports exists to elevate the communities, athletes, and sports that have too often been overlooked. That mission starts with our own team. We believe that a diverse, inclusive workplace—one where different perspectives are sought out, heard, and valued—is essential to building a company that can truly serve the full spectrum of sports fans.

We are committed to creating a fair and equitable environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. To help mitigate bias and expand opportunity, FloSports uses a blind recruiting process that supports more objective, inclusive hiring decisions. We’re intentional in our practices because we believe the best ideas and innovations come from teams that reflect the diversity of the world around us.