NBC (official Olympics broadcaster) is working with the World Championships Sports Network (WCSN) to do live streaming of of table tennis events from Beijing via the NBC website. To enhance the online experience, they are looking for people that can provide live color commentary (live blogging) that will be displayed on the web next to the streaming video of matches. Commentators will work from NBC's studios in Stamford, Connecticut.

Sounds like it should be a very fun experience and provide some great exposure for both NCTTA and table tennis as a whole.

LIVE COMMENTATOR —REQUIRED SKILLS
-Considerable expertise in their sport, preferably acquired as a player and/or coach
-Familiarity with key athletes within their sport, both American and international
-Deep understanding of their sport's Olympic rules, competition format and history
-Ability to recognize trends, key statistics and result-influencing moments with a game, match, bout, etc.
-Ability to type fast and execute basic computer functions
-Ability to write concise, clean copy with minimal typos and grammatical errors
-Willingness to work overnight shifts

Ideally the person would be located near Connecticut. It is an unpaid position, but NBC will pay travel and/or lodging expenses for someone within driving distance of Connecticut. Anyone should feel free to apply, student, non student, coach, alumni, etc.

If you are interested send info@... a paragraph about why you feel you are the best person to fill this position by Sunday June 8th 11:59pm.