GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM SPRING '27 - KYTV/KSPR
About The Position
The Gray Media Training Program is a high-octane, 10-week immersive experience designed to train the next generation of media professionals, including producers, reporters, weather experts, and sales executives. Participants will engage in real-world assignments, create digital content, collaborate with experienced professionals, and build a professional portfolio. The program aims to provide hands-on experience in crafting news stories, tracking weather, and closing digital ad deals, with the potential for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media's network. The program is offered at KYTV/KSPR and is a paid training experience.
Requirements
- Current enrollment as a college student (Junior or Senior status preferred).
- Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
- A 'doer' mindset with a willingness to take initiative.
- Understanding that media exists across multiple platforms (TV, social media, web).
- Strong work ethic, organization, and a 'can-do' attitude.
- Clear and confident communication skills for storytelling, pitching ideas, and explaining forecasts.
- Commitment to the full 10-week program and a 25-hour weekly schedule.
- Passion for local communities and the impact of local media.
- Currently enrolled in a college/university, preferably in your senior year.
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
- Must have a goal to work in broadcast television.
- Earning a degree in Broadcast Journalism/Communications, or related fields, with a desire to get hands-on experience in the local media industry.
Responsibilities
- Craft the lead story for the evening news.
- Track a cold front on weather tech.
- Close a digital ad deal.
- Create content for social media, streaming apps, and web stories.
- Collaborate with seasoned veterans in the media industry.
- Master a chosen specialty and build a professional-grade portfolio.
- Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow.
- Learn shooting, video editing, and writing for on-air and web.
- Practice writing web and on-air scripts.
- Shoot video and interviews.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Career fast-track opportunities within Gray Media's network
- Real-world experience
- Access to a large, innovative media network
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Career Level
Intern
