Spring Intern - Wtvd Community Engagement

Job Description

WTVD (ABC11) Community Engagement Intern, Spring 2023

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

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The Internship Program with the ABC11 Community Engagement Department is designed to provide one student with a general understanding of the many facets of Community Engagement within the fast-paced media industry.

As an intern on this team, you will work in a professional environment and will gain hands-on experience. As the intern for Community Engagement at ABC11, it will include exposure to station-corporate initiatives and events originated by ABC11. You will also be provided with a view of all aspects of television long-form production and operations of the Community Engagement department. You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in the daily work and operations of a major market television station.

A Day in the Life…

Some of your projects with the WTVD (ABC11) Community Engagement team may include:
• Attend community engagement meetings (virtual & in-person)
• Assist with production of the station's campaigns & initiatives
• Assist with studio and taped long-form productions
• Work on Social media engagement and write PSA & digital copy
• Interaction via Zoom calls, email, and phone with the ABC11 community and corporate partners,
• Connecting with community-based non-profit organizations, and the communities that interact with and are supported by ABC11

What we are looking for…
• Interest in pursuing a career in television/multi-media field
• Being detail-oriented and able to handle many different responsibilities at the same time
• Good news judgment and effective communication skills are essential, along with strong writing and video editing skills
• Strong, ongoing knowledge of long form TV & video production
• Has attention to detail and set priorities
• Prior TV or Video production internship
• Flexibility and Ability to Multitask in a Fast-Paced Environment
• Experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Prior experience working in an office setting, including answering emails in a professional manner. Television writing and video editing skills (Final Cut Pro)
• Social media proficiency

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in community engagement, corporate citizenship & social responsibility, event planning, urban development, or social media/branding a plus
• Major or previous coursework in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration or related major
• Proficient in Zoom meeting coordination

Required Education:
• Junior or Senior-level standing

Additional Details:
• All candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization to work in the US
• All candidates must be at least 18 years old
• All candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college/university and taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship OR must have graduated from a college/university within the past 6 months at the time of application
• This internship is on-site. All candidates must be able to work in the Raleigh/Durham office and provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
• All candidates must be available during the months of February 2023-June 2023
• All candidates must be willing to work 15 hours/week during a Monday through Sunday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor, and could include nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the season

About ABC Owned TV Stations:

This position is with Disney HR Strategies & Services, LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.

Disney HR Strategies & Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g6evqn-3-17-6-75-42 in your application.