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Nexstar

Wichita, KS 10-09-2024
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  • Paid
  • Internship
  • Entry (0-2 years) Experience
Job Description
Paid Intern (Photojournalist/MMJ)

KSN is looking for an upper-level college student who is ready to jump into the world of TV news. W e are looking for someone who has taken journalism classes and is familiar with videography and video editing. Experience with collegiate TV production is not necessary, but great if you have it! Previous experience with print-based journalism also a plus. Internship will include working with multiple team members to learn many different skills in the newsroom, which will include shooting and editing video. Position could also include shadowing producers, reporters, photographers, editors and other newsroom team members. Position is for the 2024 Fall Semester and located in Wichita, Kansas, and will remain open until filled. It could be extended to the 2025 Spring semester for the right candidate. There is no ''normal'' schedule in a newsroom, so expect to work odd hours, including weekends, early mornings or evenings. We will coordinate your class schedule with your weekly internship schedule. We have hired some of our previous rock-star interns for full-time work – this is a great way to get your foot in the door!

Internship Details :
• Each internship is for 15-20 hours per week for approximately 15-20 weeks
• Will be well supervised and participate in a meaningful learning experience
• Upon completion of the internship, the student will be evaluated by the internship supervisor

Requirements & Skills :
• Must be a college junior/senior with multiple journalism classes completed
• Expected to work 2-3 shifts per week, hours may vary
• A collaborative worker with a willingness to learn
• Previous internship experience a plus, but not required
• Fluency in English, bilingual Spanish a plus

Collegiate experience in news writing is required; can include AP Style writing for college newspaper, script writing for broadcast, or related assignments

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rz7xn2-34-239-153-44-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Nexstar

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.