Photography Internship

The Norfolk Admirals are seeking a motivated, driven, and passionate student for our Photography Internship during the 2026-27 Norfolk Admirals Hockey Season . This intern will report directly to the Admirals' Broadcasting & Creative Content staff and will be a crucial part of our game-day photography and content team.

The internship will begin in October 2026 and will conclude in April-May 2027. The official conclusion may vary due to end-of-season unpredictability. The ideal candidate has prior experience photographing live sports, an understanding of digital platforms and editing software, and a willingness to work evenings and nights based on the Admirals' home schedule, including weekends and occasional holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Photograph all live hockey action during Norfolk Admirals home games for use in-house, on social media, promotional materials, website content, and other internal needs.
• Capture game-day atmosphere, fan engagement, arena entertainment, community moments, player arrivals, warmups, intermissions, and other behind-the-scenes content.
• Edit and organize photos in real time to generate social media content during games.
• Provide high-quality photo galleries following games for use across Admirals platforms.
• Post or assist in delivering in-game photos to Admirals social media platforms promptly and accurately.
• Collaborate with the Broadcast and Content Coordinator, the marketing team, and other team departments to ensure consistent, high-quality content.
• Assist in capturing creative photo content for marketing campaigns, sponsor fulfillment, theme nights, player features, and promotional materials.

Qualifications:

• Experience photographing live sports. Hockey experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to edit photos quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with all major social media platforms, including Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding and passion for hockey.
• Reliable, with excellent technical, time management, and communication skills.
• Available to work evenings and weekends during the Admirals' home schedule.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and take initiative.
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow as a content creator.
• Experience with DSLR or mirrorless camera equipment and sports photography settings is preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

1. Will you be actively enrolled in a college or university during the duration of this internship?
2. Are you eligible to receive academic credit for an internship through your college or university?
3. Do you understand that this is an unpaid internship for academic credit ONLY?
4. Will you have reliable transportation to and from the internship site throughout the duration of the internship?