The General Production Intern will assist producers in various production tasks, support content creation for live events and podcasts, and maintain production operations.
Barstool Sports is seeking a General Production Intern to join our growing Production team for the summer. This role provides hands-on experience across various aspects of production, assisting on multiple projects simultaneously. You’ll work closely with producers, contribute to content creation, and gain firsthand experience in live events, studio shows, podcasts, and more. This internship runs from May 26 to August 30 and is based 100% in our Chicago office.
What You'll Do- Work alongside and shadow Producers on new and existing Barstool Sports productions.
- Assist with edits and the creation of social clips, ensuring engaging and timely content.
- Serve as a runner where needed to support on-location shoots.
- Help set up and break down sets/shoots, ensuring smooth production operations.
- Support various types of productions, including live events, studio shows, run-and-gun content, interviews, and podcasts.
- A strong familiarity with Barstool Sports content and its unique brand voice.
- A passion for storytelling and the ability to craft compelling narratives that align with our brand ethos.
- Strong organizational and collaborative skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- An up-to-date production reel showcasing your work.
Pay Rate: $16.60/hr
*THIS INTERNSHIP IS NOT BENEFITS ELIGIBLE*
Barstool Sports is a company that will drive the way media is created and consumed for years to come. Working at Barstool Sports means being part of a team that is solutions-oriented, celebrates creativity, and supports one another.
Joining means having access to competitive and valuable benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits
- A 4% 401(k) employer match
- Unlimited vacation time, including Summer break in July and Holiday break in December
- Monthly employer contribution towards cell phone reimbursement
- Employee discount to the Barstool Sports store
- Financial wellness benefits through Origin
- A monthly stipend for UberEats
What We Value
- Rep the brand as best you can
- We have lots of different brains, be open to them
- Never change who you are, that's who we hired
- Find the solution, don't be the problem
- Don't be afraid to try something new
- Common Sense. Use it.
- Be there for your audience
- Always think about how you can help
Barstool Sports is for everyone. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Barstool Sports does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes. Barstool Sports will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement.
Top Skills
Adobe Creative Cloud
After Effects
Premiere Pro
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