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INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE INTERNSHIPS WINTER/SPRING 2015-2016 For all inquiries, please contact: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network 1049 Asylum Avenue Hartford, CT 06105 (860) 275-7528 [email protected] Position: Corporate Communications Internship Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: VP & Executive Director of Television Programming & Acquisitions, CPBN Internship Description Availability: Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer semesters Hours: 8-20 hours per week Internship Summary: Assist with corporate communications, public relations and marketing duties for a variety of internal and external media projects. Internship Responsibilities Collect news clips and assist in media monitoring Update and maintain media mailing lists, databases and contact information Assist in the creation of press materials for local and national media Assist in the copywriting and editing of corporate communications materials including publications, advertisements and web pages Support administrative duties as needed (faxing, filing, copying, collating, mailing) Internship Skills/Qualifications Candidates must have an interest in broadcasting or communications. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have academic experience in public relations, marketing, journalism or advertising. Additional qualifications include: Strong verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Excel, Outlook, and Word Superior attention to detail Strong organizational skills Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills Strong interpersonal and/or telephone skills Strong ability to multi-task on various projects Strong desire to learn Ability to interact well with the public on the phone and in person. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] Position: CPTV Sports Production Assistant Internship Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Director, CPTV Sports Internship Description Availability: One position each for fall, winter/spring and summer semesters. Hours: A minimum of 16 hours/week Internship Summary: CPTV Sports Production Assistant Intern will work with the CPTV Sports production team to assist with various local sports-related programming projects and documentaries, in all aspects of program production from storyline to on-air presentation. An interest in local Connecticut sports is preferred, but not necessary. Internship Responsibilities Assist in writing scripts Research story ideas Support producers with their editing sessions, gathering videotapes and voice tracks Log videotapes as needed Assist with communications and calling to set up production locations Assist in requesting permissions from schools and sports venues Assist with scheduling crews when coordinating producer needs assistant Perform other duties as assigned to help facilitate all aspects of production process Internship Skills/Qualifications Strong writing skills Good attention to detail Good follow through Ability to work within set timeframes to meet production deadlines Self-starter, able to work independently Excellent telephone skills Flexible schedule preferred Professional demeanor required To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] Position: Education Content Internship Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Senior Vice President of Education, CPBN Internship Description Availability: Fall, winter/spring and summer semesters. Hours: 8 - 20 hrs/week Internship Summary: The Education Content intern will assist the Education Department by maintaining all content assets including online social media and blogs, press releases, internal documents, and outreach programs. The Education Content intern will work closely with CPBN Education staff, IAM students and instructors, as well as Journalism and Media Academy students, faculty, and administration to maintain up-todate projects to support educational partnerships. Internship Responsibilities Collect information regarding CPBN Education initiatives from employees, students, families, and other involved parties. Assist in the creation of press materials pertaining to CPBN Education initiatives. Assist in the production of educational materials such as promotional videos, flyers, handouts, etc. Assist in the copywriting and editing of educational content materials including publications, advertisements, blogs, social media interactions, and web pages. Assist in both in-house and on-site event preparation and setup. Assist Education team with community and in-house events like Kids Fair, Forums, etc. Support administrative duties as needed (faxing, filing, copying, collating, mailing). Internship Skills/Qualifications Candidates must have an interest in communications, education, or community outreach. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have academic experience in communications, writing, outreach, or education. Additional qualifications include: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional proofreading abilities. Well-organized self-starter with strong initiative. Strong research skills and creative problem-solving skills. Interest in a challenging, fast-paced work environment. The ability to multi-task on various projects. Familiarity with Microsoft Office products. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite preferred. Applicant must pass a background check. Ability to interact well with the public on the phone, in emails, and in person. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105. [email protected] Position: Internship: Leadership Giving Assistant Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Director, Leadership Giving Internship Description Availability: . One position for the Fall Semester Hours: A minimum of 10 hrs/week, $500 stipend Internship Summary: Donor Research, assists with administrative aspects of donor events, and provides administrative support to the department. Internship Responsibilities • • • • • • • Research potential donors using the internet and other sources Maintain guest lists for donor events Coordinate mailing and RSVP tracking for donor events Assist in the creation of donor stories for the press and CPBN website Assist with updating the Leadership Giving section of the CPBN website Support administrative duties as needed (filing, copying, mailing) Special projects as assigned Internship Skills/Qualifications • • • • • • • Strong writing and communication skills Attention to detail with follow through Interest in learning the details of Major Gifts fundraising Ability to work within set timeframes to meet deadlines Self-starter, able to work independently Professional and responsible demeanor required Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] Position: Media Lab Internship Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Director of Education, CPBN Internship Description Availability: Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer semesters Hours: 15-20 hours per week Internship Summary: Media Lab interns will have a hands-on immersive educational experience creating original content to support CPBN initiatives. Interns will learn and perform all the media creation production tasks, from pre-production planning and production through post-production editing and posting. Students will receive hands-on instruction from public media professionals and will create exciting projects to engage audiences on multiple platforms. Internship Responsibilities Research story ideas Conduct phone and on-camera interviews Schedule logistics for personnel, space, time, equipment, etc. Write, edit, and post articles for online publication Write and edit scripts Perform pre-production tasks (equipment set-up, space preparation, etc) Perform production tasks (video camera operation, sound acquisition, lighting placement, sound checks, etc.) Perform post-production tasks (video, sound, and image editing, writing and editing, posting videos and articles to online outlets, etc.) Assist with social media posts for the Media Lab (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, etc.) Perform other duties as assigned Internship Skills/Qualifications Knowledge of computers and the Internet Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Excel, Outlook, and Word Knowledge of video equipment and production techniques Superior attention to detail Strong organizational skills Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills Strong interpersonal and/or telephone skills Strong sense of creativity Strong desire to learn Experience with Adobe products and systems preferred To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] Position: Production Intern for Television Programming Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Executive Producer, Programming, CPTV Internship Description Availability: One position each for fall, winter/spring and summer semesters. Hours: A minimum of 16 hrs/week Internship Summary: Production Intern for Television Programming will work with CPTV Executive Producers to assist with various programming projects and documentaries in all aspects of program production from initial storyline to on-air presentation. Students with an interest in production, media, history, research, writing, and information gathering should apply. Internship Responsibilities Assist in writing scripts Research story ideas Gather archival materials from newspapers, libraries, viewers and historical societies Support producers with their editing sessions, gathering videotapes and voice tracks Assist with logging and digitizing raw footage Log videotapes as needed Help in calling to set up studio audiences for town meetings Assist in requesting permissions from publishers and film companies Assist with scheduling crews when coordinating producer needs assistant Perform other duties as assigned to help facilitate all aspects of production process Internship Skills/Qualifications Strong writing skills Good attention to detail Good follow through Ability to work within set timeframes to meet production deadlines Self-starter, able to work independently Excellent telephone skills Professional demeanor required To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] INTERNSHIP Position: SWAG Squad Sports Engagement & Marketing Internship Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Engagement Manager Internship Description Availability: Four positions for the Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer semesters Hours: 15-20 hours per week Internship Summary: The prospective candidate will be a part of a group of four interns that will form a new sports engagement team called the “SWAG Squad.” This program offers an immersive, hands-on experience that will give interns the ability to have a direct impact on CPTV Sports engagement and LIVE events. Interns will participate in all engagement & promotional initiatives for CPTV Sports. Above all, interns will learn to be brand ambassadors for CPTV Sports. Internship Responsibilities • Attend and contribute to bi-weekly CPTV Sports SWAG Squad meetings with the Sports producer, Audience Care & Engagement team and marketing team. • Attend CPTV Sports tapings of games to promote the network. • Collect data from attendees for engagement list generation, being able to clearly communicate the why/what we’ll be doing with the information. • Cultivate ideas for LIVE event participation from attendees. • Develop outreach and engagement strategies. • Light office work for support of ACE team engagement initiatives. Internship Skills/Qualifications • • • • • • • • • Ability to interact well with the public on the phone, in person, and through email and social media. Exceptional writing and proofreading abilities. Well-organized self-starter with strong initiative. Interest in a challenging, fast-paced work environment. Familiarity with Microsoft Office products. Familiarity with using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Exceptional verbal communication skills a must. Individuals must be enrolled in an accredited college or university at the time of their internship. Writing samples, presentations, and/or video clips that demonstrate marketing and communications experience are also encouraged, but not mandatory. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] Position: WNPR News Production Intern Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Executive Producer, News Director/Technical Director, WNPR Internship Description Availability: Fall, winter/spring, and summer semesters Hours: 8-24 hours per week. Interns are preferably available to work a full day (8-4PM). Internship Summary: WNPR News Production intern will assist WNPR producers in the development of WNPR shows. Where We Live and The Colin McEnroe Show are daily news programs produced by WNPR/Connecticut Public Radio. These shows are interactive, combining interviews, listener calls, emails and social media. Topics include news issues, trends and the arts. WNPR will provide training in website production, audio production, radio continuity and remote recording. Intern will observe and take part in live broadcasts. As the internship progresses, training in news production, feature writing and show production is also possible. Internship Responsibilities • • • • • Assist with screening phone calls during live broadcasts of Where We Live and The Colin McEnroe Show Research topics and help with web publishing Act as first point of contact for guests Assist with and gather “man on the street” interviews for produced segments of shows Attend regular show planning meetings and support the generation of show ideas Internship Skills/Qualifications • • • • • • • • • • Highly organized, self-starter, with an ability to work independently Must be able to arrive at work when scheduled, and meet deadlines as assigned Ability to work closely with others in a newsroom setting Practical experience or interest in news, radio and television Outgoing personality, with a willingness to ask questions of newsmakers, and discuss topics with guests and callers Ability to learn basics of radio production An understanding of the public radio mission A vehicle is preferred Candidates should be pursuing a career or course of study related to Communications or Journalism, however, other majors and interests will be considered Candidates must be computer literate and possess keyboard/typing skills To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected] Position: WNPR Web News Production Intern Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network Status: Internship Reports to: Digital Content Editor, WNPR News Internship Description Availability: Fall, winter/spring, and summer semesters Hours: 8-24 hours per week – Preferably available to work full day (8-4PM) Internship Summary: WNPR News offers extensive local and national news coverage for the citizens of Connecticut as the radio service of the Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network. It serves Connecticut; Rhode Island; Long Island, New York; and parts of Massachusetts, with news, talk, information, and entertainment programming. The station produces three daily award-winning flagship programs, Where We Live, The Faith Middleton Show, and The Colin McEnroe Show. WNPR will provide training in website editing and production, including audio production, photography, writing/editing, and publishing. Intern may have the opportunity to do some original reporting, photography, and other assignments. Daily coordination and discussion with news staff and talk show production staff. Internship Responsibilities Assist with publishing daily news stories to the website WNPR.org Assist with publishing website content related to local talk programming Research news sites and the AP wire for incoming stories Locate, edit and publish photography to the website WNPR.org Assist with follow-up on occasional news assignments, including writing, recording, photography Attend show and news planning meetings to assist with website content ideas Internship Skills/Qualifications Highly organized self-starter with an ability to work independently Good writing skills; some familiarity with digital photography Must be able to arrive at work when scheduled, and meet deadlines as assigned Ability to work closely with others in a newsroom setting Practical experience with creating or editing websites; some HTML knowledge helpful Ability to learn basics of website production An understanding of the public radio mission and mission of CPBN A personal vehicle is preferred, or familiarity with public transit Candidates should be pursuing a career or course of study related to Communications or Journalism, however, other majors and interests will be considered To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application to: Jennifer Moore Human Resources Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. 1049 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 [email protected]
