Who are the Bells?
What was my role?
Job Description
Skills I learned
Video Projects
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Internship Reflection
The Bellingham Bells are a summer collegiate baseball team based in Bellingham, Washington, and are a member of the West Coast League (WCL). The team plays its home games at Joe Martin Field, where they utilize wooden bats, a standard for collegiate summer leagues. The Bells compete primarily during the summer months of June, July, and August.
During my time at the Bells, I worked closely with the organization's Marketing and Operations Coordinator and WWU Alumni, Hayley McGee, as well as the General Manager, Stephanie Morrell. They allowed me to continue to work on my passion for videography while also being mindful of the brand's image and how to improve our marketing strategies with video. During game days, I would work closely with the promotions team, greeting guests, helping with games on the field, and other tasks, while also capturing and covering the games with my camera.
RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT WILL NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Producing social media graphics as needed, to include but not be limited to Bell of the Game, Game Day Posts, Lineup Posts, Bell of the Week, Promotional Highlights, Sponsor Co-Branded Posts
- Work with Bells front office on community-based projects including Bells Reading Program, Kids Club, cross-promotions and mascot appearances
- Manage team social media accounts and coordinate monthly post creation and scheduling
- Shoot video nightly and produce nightly packages (30-60S). Capture video post-game interviews and also assist in the creation of longer form pieces (hype videos, player interaction videos, etc.)
- Assist with public relations and marketing efforts including but not limited to press releases, email marketing, website content creation, social media marketing, radio and print advertising
- You will report directly to the operations coordinator.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
- Basic coursework in marketing, sports management, or public relations
- Experience with customer service and event management
- High interest in working in the sports industry.· Available for all Bellingham Bells home games during summer 2024 (full schedule available at www.bellinghambells.com)
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
Working with the Bells this summer allowed me to improve my skills in video and still photography and tell a story that aligns with the Bell's vision and their community. I also expanded my skill set in the marketing world like graphic design, game day promotions, and event support!
Graphic design has never been a strong suit of mine, but with the Bells, they allowed me to improve through making player cards and game day posts
My time at the games was usually spent serving the promo team in any way they need help, wether that was gathering kids for games or running fan prizes down from the press box, I was there when they needed me.
With the days leading up to the season and the return of the WCL All-Star Game here in Bellingham, I spent many hours in the office designing graphics, counting merch inventory, and creating promo videos for Bells related events.
Series recap against my hometown team, the Wenatchee Applesox
Current draft of the Bells recruitment video for the 2025 season
Series recap with the Victoria Haurborcats
Series recap with the Ridgefield Raptors
Playoff promo for WCL playoff game in Wenatchee
Promotional video announcing the WCL playoff games coming to Bellingham
Series recap of the Cascade Collegiate League and Northwest Star Nighthawks.
Series recap of the Nanaimo NightOwls
Series recap of the Kamloops Northpaws
Series recap with the Bend Elks
An example of the BECU Question of the Day videos I produced along with the help of Halle Noel
Bells 2024 Thank You video for fan appreciation weekend
Series recap with the Edmonton Riverhawks
Season recap of the Bellingham Bells 2024 Season
Short piece on Ryan Beitel, a 4 year returner to the Bellingham Bells
When I initially reached out to the Bells for work, I wasn't expecting it to go much further than that original email. But ever since, I am so glad I reached out. The Bells allowed me to focus on my passion while also gaining insightful information about Sports Marketing which I can use for my success within my major. Everyone within the organization cares about not just the team and the business behind the sport, but also those who come to enjoy the environment and community the Bells legacy has created over the years. I am honored I have gotten to cover and shed some much-needed light on this ever-changing team and organization, all through my love of film and photography.
