Public Address Announcer

Falmouth Commodores Internships

BROADCASTING AND MEDIA TEAM

The Falmouth Commodores is one of ten teams that comprise the Cape Cod Baseball League, the preeminent summer collegiate baseball league in the United States.  Scouts from all major league teams attend games and many players are ultimately drafted to play in the MLB. 

In 2021, the Commodores expanded its capacities, primarily in video production, and expanded further in 2022 (5 camera system with underground cables to camera wells, and Blackmagic Design ATEM Pro 4K Live Production Switcher).  To take our productions to the next level and continue to be known as the premier CCBL media outlet, we are looking for the most highly-motivated, team-oriented summer interns to fill our vacancies.  If you are attracted to the broadcasting and media arts, and who thrives in an environment where collaboration, creativity, and teamwork are strongly encouraged, this may be the opportunity you are looking for.

All intern positions are non-paying, and prospective interns must arrange for their own housing and transportation while on Cape Cod.  The Commodores staff will assist where possible in helping interns find affordable lodging and part-time employment.

PUBLIC ADDRESS ANNOUNCER AND SCOREBOARD OPERATOR (ONE POSITION)

The applicant should have a proven interest in sports announcing or broadcasting and a complete understanding of the game of baseball.  Preference will be given to college students who have announcing or broadcasting and sports-related majors and have been actively involved in announcing at a sports program. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are preferred. This is a fast paced, and multi-tasking position.  Submission of a cover letter explaining your interest in the Commodores, a resume, and a sample Public Address Announcement or other similar audio is required. 

• Design, create and perform public address content for all home games, from pre-game to post-game.  Announcements will be subject to time and content restraints, so accuracy and conciseness are key content attributes.
• Develop a PA script that will include all required advertising announcements, special event announcements, and other announcements as required during the course of a home game.  This person will help determine and manage content and optimize it accordingly.  Such announcements include:
  • Umpire Crew
  • Starting Lineup
  • Batters
  • Pre-Game and In-Game information
    • First Pitch Introduction, National Anthem Introduction and Play Ball Introduction
  • Game Information
  • General & Public Announcements
  • League Sponsors
  • Team Sponsors
  • Welcome Messages
  • 50/50 Raffle and other prize winners
  • Children’s Events
• The Public Address Announcer will also:
  • Work with various groups in the organization to gather information needed for the PA announcements
  • Ensure the timely operation and accuracy of the scoreboard
  • Play ballpark music
  • Perform special projects and other activities as needed
  • Maintain the nightly PA book
• Turn around high-quality content quickly and with minimal oversight and supervision.
• Attend all home games and mandatory team events.
• Become acquainted with players’ names, coaches’ names, and uniform numbers as quickly as possible.
• Interns are expected on occasion to also staff other functions that may not be their primary role on an as needed basis at the discretion of their supervisor.  Working as a group with varying responsibilities provides a powerful in-depth experience that exemplifies the high quality of the Falmouth Commodore program.

                            To apply send a cover letter, resume and Reel  to:

Allen Russell

media-it@falmouthcommodores.com