Broadcasting Tech
Company: WDIV
Location: Detroit
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Each semester Local 4 offers internships in the newsroom. Its a
wonderful chance to learn the business from the inside by
experiencing how a newsroom works in the nations 11th largest
market. We believe News internships are a valuable supplement to
your classroom experience. Local 4 internships are more
journalism-oriented than production-oriented. Interns work in news
gathering, however, they are not able to do any hands-on work with
equipment. Each intern will go out with a reporter a few times
during a semester, but most of the time will be needed inside the
newsroom. The internships are paid positions. Interns must have a
note from their school that confirms they will receive credit for
the internship, if accepted. Heres what we look for in interns : A
compelling interest in news. An avid news watcher/listener Strong
journalism skills Previous experience at college or commercial
newspapers, radio and television Enthusiasm, assertiveness and
willingness to learn The opportunities for NEWSROOM internships
include: ASSIGNMENT DESK : This is the nerve center of the
newsroom. The desk keeps on top of breaking and continuing news
stories, assigns and dispatches crews and reporters. Interns on the
desk gather news for daily stories, screen incoming news stories
for reporters, check in several times daily with police stations
for news, watch/listen to other media outlets. If you want to learn
how news judgments are made and be in the center of the action,
this internship is for you. SPORTS : This unit is responsible for
the sports segment of each newscast. Interns watch sporting events
often multiple events at once log plays and assist in selecting
highlights, monitor sports wires and find file video. This
internship is only for hard-core sports fans. GOOD HEALTH : Work on
production of nightly Good Health segments. SPECIAL PROJECTS : This
unit works on news series, documentaries, election coverage and
other special events that are not daily breaking news stories.
Interns here get an in-depth look at what it takes to develop and
research a series. Most of the interns time is spent in research,
follow-up of story ideas, phone interviewing, logging tapes and
assisting a reporter or producer. If youre a detail person, like to
work in-depth on one subject and have good interviewing skills,
this internship is for you. CLICKONDETROIT.COM : This unit is
responsible for website news service. LIVE IN THE D : This is a
great opportunity to get experience with a locally produced,
award-winning lifestyle program. Interns gain experience in
researching, pitching, and producing segments for air. They also
write daily articles for ClickOnDetroit.com. In addition to that,
they will work with on-air guests both before and after the show to
help support a positive experience while appearing on Live In The
D. There are also other opportunities to gain experience with field
producing live segments and assisting multimedia journalists on
shoots. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude who is
a self-starter and wants to contribute to the success of the show.
This person must be detailed oriented with a passion to learn and
grow in the industry while working side-by-side with our team. Send
application to Jay Kuhlman [email removed]. While we try to provide
a positive learning experience there are some things Local 4
interns are NOT able to do: No on-camera interviews. Will not
attend media parties or social events on behalf of Local 4 Not
prepare a resume tape. If you have any questions about an
internship in the Local 4 News department, please contact: James
Jackson [phone removed] CREATIVE SERVICES: Fall and Winter interns
assist with coordinating our 4Frenzy contest which includes high
school sports, performing arts and academics. Interns write
Spotlight Stories featuring students, teachers and coaches. A
detail-oriented intern with strong writing skills is who were
looking for. Summer interns assist with our Vote 4 the Best contest
that includes thousands of Metro Detroit businesses. Interns also
help with producing a creative social media campaign for both
contests. APPLY HERE Any offer of employment is conditional upon
the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening,
investigative background check, employment/education verifications
and reference checks. GMG/WDIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
addition to complying with the requirements of federal law,
GMG/WDIV will comply with applicable state and local laws
prohibiting employment discrimination. Employment Type:
Internship
Keywords: WDIV, Troy , Broadcasting Tech, Other , Detroit, Michigan
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