2025 KMBC Intern - Studio Productions

Hearst • Kansas City, MO

262d

About The Position

The KMBC 9 / KCWE 29 Internship Program is a paid, rigorous and highly competitive hands-on experience that provides individuals the opportunity to learn about the operations of a broadcast television station. As an intern in Studio Productions, you are part of the team that's “Leading the Way” in Kansas City. For every person you see on camera, there are many more with exciting responsibilities in the KMBC 9 Newsroom. You'll learn the technical aspects of live news broadcasts. Behind the scenes training will include learning robotic cameras, floor directing, lighting and show set-ups. Interns are required to be comfortable with height, able to lift light equipment, and work non-traditional hours. You will report to the Director of Studio Productions.

Requirements

• Comfortable with height
• Able to lift light equipment
• Work non-traditional hours
• In-person attendance required

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ENPS
• Experience with VIZRT graphics
• Experience with Bitcentral video playback

Responsibilities

• Camera shot composition
• Shot sequencing
• Controlling robotic camera pedestals
• Pre-production planning
• Preparing for lighting, backdrops, and props
• Prepare, distribute and place microphones used in live broadcast
• Set up audio board for all audio sources and mix minus
• Staff coordination
• Operation of automated studio production system
• Learning coding for all elements of a newscast, including live studio cameras, live remotes, graphics and video playback systems
• Provide creative input and work with the newscast producer and production crew
• Be responsible for clean technical execution of the look of the newscast

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Hands-on experience in a broadcast television station

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Publishing Industries