WAVY Unpaid Newsroom Intern

Portsmouth, Virginia

Nexstar Broadcasting
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WAVY Unpaid Newsroom Intern, Spring 2025 WAVY-TV 10/ WVBT FOX43 is searching for a dynamic NEWSROOM INTERN who wants to gain experience in a newsroom including, but not limited to: working the assignment desk; assisting producers with writing and prep for newscasts; working with editors to prep newscasts; working with photographers and reporters in the newsroom and in the field (to include shooting, editing and prep for the final on-air stories). This is an UNPAID / FOR-CREDIT position for the Spring semester 2025 only. We are looking for someone who has completed journalism courses, understands journalistic integrity, and has a passion for the field. Familiarity with newswriting software, shooting video for news, and working knowledge of video editing software preferred, but not required. The successful candidate must have a willingness to learn the inner workings of a local newsroom and how all departments in a TV station work to support each other. Before beginning, the intern must be enrolled in a college degree granting program, and will be required to show proof of enrollment in an internship course within that program. 12-15 hours per week on site. Ability to work a varying schedule Sunday through Saturday required; days and times will vary and be set in agreement with supervisor. To be considered for this job you must apply online at: No calls. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Date Posted: 20 November 2024
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