Position Summary: MLB Network seeks a Freelance Researcher, which is an entry-level position that provides support to the entire production process, as assigned. The Researcher must have basic television production skills, a strong passion for and knowledge of hockey as well as baseball and an exceptional work ethic.

Responsibilities:         

• Write and contribute to research packets. Provide relevant information that contributes to previews and insights for individual games as well as special events (e.g., Winter Classic, All-Star Game, etc.), as assigned.
• Build, edit, and confirm graphics that air throughout daily live programming hours throughout the course of the season.
• Effectively utilize the various research tools, reference materials, and approved vendors at the department’s disposal to answer various requests from network Talent and Producers.
• To be an active participant at production meetings and in control room for live shows, adding input and stats/storylines when relevant.
• Other such duties as required.

Skills & Experience:    The ideal candidate must have most if not all of the following skills and experiences:

• 1-5 years’ experience or related business experience is required.
• Must demonstrate a passion for and deep knowledge of NHL & MLB and their history.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills – a background in sports writing is preferred.
• Effectively utilize research tools. Experience with Adobe Premiere Edit Software, Diamond Logger, ENPS and other editing computer programs are preferred.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Individual must work well in a dynamic and team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate the tact, diplomacy, decisiveness, and superior people skills required in a pressurized live television environment.
• Be extremely organized, demonstrate initiative and an ability to complete multiple assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Possess the manual dexterity to effectively operate keyboard/mouse on computers, edit equipment, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• 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 required.