1. Comprehensive Experience: Rotate through key newsroom roles to gain a broad understanding of television news production.
2. Project Creation: Work independently to create a final project that incorporates elements of each internship role (Reporter, Producer, Digital, and Video Editing).
3. Professional Development: Enhance communication, technical, and organizational skills while understanding how a newsroom operates as a cohesive unit.
4. Career Preparation: Prepare for a career in broadcast journalism by gaining a well-rounded skill set and practical experience.

• • Duration: 12-16 weeks
  • Hours per week: 15-20 hours (flexible depending on student’s schedule)
    • Paid Internship: $14.50 per hour
  • Work Schedule: Varies to provide exposure to different shifts (mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends when necessary).
  • College credit is available

• Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.
• Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.
• Operate standard office and recording equipment.
• Travel, including local riding along to field locations or meetings.
• Navigate indoor and outdoor environments as needed for reporting.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Visual and auditory ability to conduct interviews and review content.

Qualifications:

1. Enrollmentinarelateddegreeprogram(BroadcastJournalism,Communications,Film,orsimilar).
2. Strong interest in television news and broadcasting.
3. Excellent communication, organizational, and writing skills.
4. Prior experience with media production or video editing (preferred but not required).

How to Apply:

• Submit a resume, cover letter, and a sample of writing or video work (if applicable).

Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.

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