Baseball Video and Operations Intern, Spring 2027

IMG Academy; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k with employer match

Gym discount program

Wellbeing program

Pet insurance

Life & AD&D

Disability insurance

Job summary

IMG Academy seeks a Baseball Video & Technology Management Intern for Spring 2027 in Bradenton, FL. The 12‑week internship supports collection, analysis, and communication of player data and video across pitching or hitting departments.

You'll assist with game and practice video, support player development initiatives, and contribute to internal reporting and technology management.

Qualifications

• Experience in baseball at collegiate, professional, or elite amateur level.
• Familiar with analytics platforms and video tools.
• Able to translate data and video into coaching insights.
• Currently enrolled in a college or university and seeking hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and cover bullpen and practices; ensure proper coverage.
• Operate Trackman, high-speed cameras, and other tech during sessions.
• Collect, organize, and upload video and performance data for development.
• Manage video archive and upload footage in a timely manner.
• Record, clip, and edit video for recruiting and development purposes.
• Create graphics from data; communicate trends to staff.
• Support and learn team operations and logistics as needed.

Skills

Experience playing baseball

Analytical mindset

Strong communication

Education

Currently enrolled in a college or university

Tools

Trackman

Blast

Synergy

Edgertronic

Sony RX10

Panasonic cameras

Job description

About IMG Academy

IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.

About IMG Academy

IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.

IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

• Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Florida
• Online coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
• Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a network of more than 40,000 college coaches for student-athletes, families, club coaches, and event operators
• Elevate by IMG Academy, a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset, leadership, and wellbeing programming to schools, colleges, and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences

Baseball Video and Operations Intern, Spring 2027 will support the collection, analysis, and communication of player data and video across the pitching or hitting departments for 12 weeks. This individual will assist with game and practice video, support player development initiatives, and contribute to internal reporting and technology management. This position is ideal for candidates with a growth mindset and a desire to work at the intersection of baseball, technology, and player development

Position Responsibilities

• Schedule practices and games through Playsight, ensuring proper coverage of baseball activities
• Assist with setup, operation, and troubleshooting of baseball technology (e.g., Trackman, Blast, Edgertronic, Synergy)
• Collect, organize, and upload video and performance data for use in player development and recruiting
• Manage the video archive and upload game footage into Synergy within 24–48 hours of completion
• Record, clip, and edit video for recruiting, player development, and social media content
• Edit video clips together as requested by coaches, players, or parents
• Create and maintain graphics using collected data (weekly, monthly, or seasonal trends)
• Help standardize data communication to athletes and staff in a clear, digestible format
• Observe practices, bullpens, and games, supporting the coaching staff as permitted
• Maintain equipment and support upkeep of training facilities (e.g., covered cages)
• Support and learn team operations and logistics as needed

Video & Technology Management Responsibilities

• Actively maintain and monitor camera equipment, including:
  • Playsight systems (monitor angles, outages, and adjustments; communicate with vendors/campus IT for repairs)
  • Playsight Mobile cameras and mounting equipment
  • Sony RX10 High-Speed Camera
  • Panasonic HC-V180 Handheld Cameras
  • Edgertronic Cameras
• Set up, record, and upload videos of bullpens (high-speed and standard)
• Manage recruiting video libraries and ensure athletes have up-to-date film

Pitching Specific Responsibilities

• Operate Trackman and video during bullpens, practices, and intrasquads
• Monitor pitching trends and performance data (e.g., velocity, movement, release height)
• Generate progress reports using bullpen sheets and Trackman data
• Set up and record bullpens using high-speed cameras (Edgertronic/Sony RX10)
• Shadow or support pitching coaches, when appropriate and approved

Hitting Specific Responsibilities

• Operate portable Trackman and Blast during BP and cage sessions
• Assist with timing, flow, and video collection during hitter development work
• Track swing metrics, performance trends, and tag intrasquad or live game data
• Collect and edit high-speed video for hitter development sessions
• Identify areas for improvement and assist with development plans as requestedObserve hitters during games to monitor progression
• Shadow or support hitting/defensive coaches, when appropriate and approved

Qualifications

• Experience playing or working in baseball at the collegiate, professional, or elite amateur level
• Familiarity with advanced baseball technology and analytics platforms (Trackman, Blast, Synergy, etc.)
• Understanding of baseball fundamentals and player development concepts
• Basic knowledge of video setup and handling (e.g., Panasonic camcorders, high-speed cameras)
• Strong communication skills; able to translate data and video into actionable insights for coaches and players
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Currently enrolled in a college or university, looking to gain hands‑on experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Edgertronic or other high-speed camera systems
• Prior experience with video editing and tagging software (e.g., Synergy, BATS, Adobe Premiere)
• Experience managing video archives and coordinating with vendors or campus IT for equipment support
• Interest in pursuing a career in player development, baseball operations, or analytics
• Demonstrated adaptability to work with both traditional and modern baseball mindsets

Background Requirements

• Requires a background check upon offer
• Requires a drug test upon offer

This position requires a Florida Level 2 Background Screening. Learn more about the screening process and requirements by visiting the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Education & Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
• 401k with an Employer Match
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Gym Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Wellbeing Program
• and more!

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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