Intern - SDPB Journalism (Fall)
About The Position
Intern Reporters will learn and perform duties equal to those of an entry-level professional Multi-Media Reporter in a public radio/public media environment. Interns cover and report a variety of news stories in person, over internet, or over phone; write for broadcast and for web (sdpb.org/news); gain experience producing and editing audio and/or video for broadcast and web using Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro or other similar software. Successful applicants will participate in live unscripted question/answer interviews with show host; host live news programs as needed and as skill level and aptitude allow; possible assignment with professional Radio, TV producers or reporters. They will exercise basic news judgement as well as other duties as assigned. Spring and Fall interns work up to 20 hours per week as schedule allows.
Requirements
- Must be a current part-time or full-time student (minimum of 6 credit hours) in upcoming semester or in the immediately preceding semester
- Must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply
- By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program
- Basic proficiency in Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro, or other digital linear audio and video editing software
- Ability to operate basic recording equipment
- Ability to operate video and still camera equipment
- News reporting skills
Nice To Haves
- Preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior
- Preference may be given to South Dakota residents
- Preference may be given to students of South Dakota institutions
Responsibilities
- Cover and report a variety of news stories in person, over internet, or over phone
- Write for broadcast and for web (sdpb.org/news)
- Produce and edit audio and/or video for broadcast and web using Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro or other similar software
- Participate in live unscripted question/answer interviews with show host
- Host live news programs as needed and as skill level and aptitude allow
- Possible assignment with professional Radio, TV producers or reporters
- Exercise basic news judgement
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Minimum Salary: $18.83/hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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