Multimedia Journalism Internship (part-time)

Granville Homes • Fresno, CA

21d

About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a Part-Time Multimedia Intern. This role is perfect for someone who is currently in school or just newly graduated and would like to gain more experience in a multimedia setting. This candidate will gain hands-on experience in the multimedia industry. You will assist in aggregating relevant articles, creating original content, and supporting various tasks. The main functions of the Multimedia Intern would be to assist GV Wire in many aspects of news stories on a variety of topics with local, regional and national appeal. This includes politics, economy, environment, social issues, lifestyle and human-interest stories.

Requirements

• Education : Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Writing and Editing: Strong writing and editing skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with AP style or similar editorial guidelines.
• Research Skills: Excellent research skills and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Experience in using online databases and tools for research purposes.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and social media platforms.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and contributors.
• Organization : Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Take initiative to plan, organize, and complete assignments independently
• Initiate, maintain, and complete both short term and long-term projects simultaneously
• Able to work independently and work effectively as a member of a team
• Able to handle regular interruptions to serve the needs of others while maintaining focus on multiple priorities and short- and long-term deadlines
• Able to finish projects both quickly and accurately
• Able to proactively seek out ways to improve upon existing methodologies
• Maintain the highest level of integrity and confidentiality
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with employees, maintaining a warm and professional manner with a positive employee relations and customer service mindset

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of SEO principles and digital marketing strategies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Content Aggregation: Research and curate relevant articles from various sources to compile and present to the editorial team.
• Monitor industry trends and news to identify potential topics for coverage.
• Article Development: Assist in writing and editing articles, ensuring they meet the company’s tone and style guidelines.
• Collaborate with senior editors to brainstorm ideas and refine drafts.
• Original Content Creation: Produce original content pieces, including blog posts, social media updates, and newsletters.
• Conduct interviews and gather information to support content development.
• Editorial Support: Help maintain the editorial calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist with proofreading and fact-checking to uphold content quality.
• Administrative Tasks: Support the editorial team with administrative duties, such as organizing files and maintaining documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern