York Revolution No. 2

[Jon Chelesnik]

The York Revolution of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball is searching for a full-time broadcasting and media relations assistant for the 2022 season.

The Revolution enjoy one of the most unique broadcasting partnerships in professional baseball, owning its flagship station, SportsRadio 98.9 FM/1350 WOYK. Candidates for this position will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working for a professional baseball team as well as a commercial radio station that operates its studios at the ballpark.

The position is a full-time, paid internship for recent graduates only, and lasts from March through the conclusion of the season in early October.

Job Responsibilities

Broadcasting:

* Serve as the club’s No. 2 broadcaster, handling play-by-play for middle 3 innings of home games and additional road games in nearby Lancaster
* Contribute to pregame show, including gathering interviews with players and coaches and hosting segments
* Conduct postgame on-field interviews after Revolution victories
* Produce daily one-minute “Revs Report” feature, including highlights from that night’s contest

Media Relations:

* Writing and distribution of postgame recaps for media and team website
* Compiling daily game notes
* Compiling and distributing stat packs prior to home contests
* Distribution of postgame box scores
* Assisting with production of team’s media guide prior to start of season, including composition of player biographies
* Posting team news and station promos on organization’s blog and social media outlets
* Write feature stories including player Q&A’s for club’s game program
* Assist with other team media relations efforts including accommodating press requests and disseminating media credentials

Radio Production:

* Writing, voicing, and producing on-air spots for sponsors, team promos, and daily station features
* Editing postgame highlights
* Creation and installation of daily commercial logs and spots
* Assisting with administrative duties including execution of sponsorship contracts and overseeing traffic for sponsors
* Updating WOYK website including posting feature audio and station schedule updates
* Handling day-to-day operations of WOYK while team is on road
* Production of non-Revolution baseball events on WOYK

Requirements:

* At least one season of radio play-by-play and media relations experience at the professional or collegiate level
* Keen attention to detail and a diligent, dedicated work ethic
* Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
* Vast knowledge of baseball
* Be a team player and self-motivator with professional interests extending beyond the game broadcast
* Possess a willingness to learn and a positive attitude
* Ability to multi-task and maintain high quality of work under daily deadlines
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, audio editing software, broadcast equipment, and Adobe Business Catalyst

Compensation for the position is a stipend of $800 per month.

Please include in your cover letter the earliest date you could start, on or after February 1.

Please indicate in your cover letter you learned of this opportunity through Sportscasters Talent Agency of America. Submit a link to a baseball play-by-play sample (minimum two half-innings of uncut play-by-play), writing sample, any other relevant materials that help demonstrate media relations abilities including game notes.

Send demo and resume to:

Darrell Henry
General Manager
SportsRadio 98.9 FM & 1350 WOYK
dhenry@yorkrevolution.com

Deadline to apply is January 1, 2022. No phone calls please.

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[Jon Chelesnik]

The team is hoping to make this hire in January.