Internship – Television Production, Signature Dish
Internship – Television Production, Signature Dish
Part-time, non-exempt
Compensation: $15.00 per hour
Fall (September 11, 2023 – December 15, 2023)
Deadline to apply: August 4, 2023
Reports to: Production Manager
Location: Hybrid - Arlington, VA - Campbell Place/Production Center
Description of Intern Work Responsibilities/Projects:
The television production intern works within WETA’s Local Production team to support the creation of local broadcast and digital programming, including Signature Dish, about dining in the DMV, and WETA Arts, about the local arts scene. The intern will be assigned to one of these two projects and additionally other support across the Local department as needed.
With guidance from Local Production staff, the television production intern will participate in all phases of series production. The intern will:
- Research and report on potential stories.
- Seek and manage releases on shoots and in edit.
- Draft promotional copy.
- Help produce show documentation using established templates.
- Perform archival research using several online databases; and manage media using established workflows.
The intern will participate in meetings with the larger production team, and informational meetings including the entire department.
Learning Objectives:
- Develop skills in identifying compelling narratives, and the considerations in selecting stories.
- Develop a greater understanding of broadcast video production workflows and requirements.
- Develop increased familiarity and confidence with evaluating rights requirements, copyright status, Fair Use and Public Domain.
- Learn how to write compelling copy for digital distribution mechanisms.
- Work as part of a team that shares responsibility to meet airdates and reflect the community and communities in the DC area.
- Become familiar with the world of public media.
Specific Skills Required:
- Creative thinker who is comfortable using Microsoft and Adobe programs, and online databases.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Great attention to detail.
- Interest in documentary and/or fact-based television programming.
- Interest in media, broadcasting and the DC metro area.
- Familiarity with factual video programming a plus.
- Familiarity with video production equipment and software a plus.
Other Requirements
- Transportation
- Ability to commit to minimum 3 consecutive days during regular business hours.
LOCATION
WETA and NewsHour Productions are Washington, DC established media and news organizations. We are a largely local workforce based out of the Campbell Place office in Arlington, VA. WETA and NewsHour Productions value employee flexibility when possible. Most positions based in our Arlington, VA office will be onsite or hybrid, depending upon the role.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
WETA and its subsidiary NewsHour Productions LLC serve local and national public media audiences by producing and distributing content of intellectual integrity and cultural merit. Through broadcast, digital and community services, the organization offers compelling, diverse programming on five television channels, including primary channel WETA PBS, and on WETA Classical, the exclusive home for classical music in the nation’s capital; produces a portfolio of national television productions, including PBS NewsHour, recognized globally for bringing balanced, in-depth news coverage to all Americans; creates impactful documentaries with longtime production partners Ken Burns and Prof. Henry Louis Gates, Jr.; features a variety of content offerings on weta.org, WETA Passport, the PBS Video App and the WETA Classical App; and serves communities near and far with education and engagement initiatives that contribute to the company’s mission of public service.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WETA/NewsHour Productions is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. Fostering a culture of mutual respect is a top priority and something we take very seriously.
Employment at WETA/NewsHour Productions is based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, age, ethnicity or ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy), physical, mental or sensory ability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are also committed to demonstrating fair and equitable systems, practices, and processes related to how we recruit, develop, retain, promote, reward, compensate, and terminate talent.
We know that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is fundamental to the success of our business and our people, and we will continue to recognize it as part of our guiding principles.