WBIR Fall Internship
Company Name
WBIR Fall Internship
Website:
https://tegna.jobs.net/jobs/J3R32R64VHX2YTR23P4
Description of Opportunity
Are you interested in learning what it takes to produce daily news content for broadcast and digital platforms? We’re currently looking for News Interns for the fall of 2022.
WBIR is a local news leader in Knoxville, TN. We’re part of the TEGNA station group which includes 64 TV stations, two podcast divisions, and multiple digital and streaming initiatives. We’re committed to developing the next generation of media industry leaders. Our PAID internship program gives students an opportunity to explore different career paths in the news industry.
You will gain real-world experience and have the chance to build a network that will be invaluable to you throughout your career. Come join us for this next step in your adventure!
The internship period for Fall 2022 runs from August through December.
Responsibilities:
Produce engaging content for all platforms including broadcast, digital, and social.
Use social media and other tools to understand the audience’s needs.
Demonstrate a desire to learn as much as possible about a career in media.
Assist as needed in the newsroom.
Job Requirements:
Requirements:
Degree-seeking student currently enrolled at a college or university; preference is for seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Passion for storytelling
Strong writing and social media skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
Physical Demands Set: Light work: Involves sitting most of the time, walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.
Work Mode
On site
Semesters or Time Period Available
Fall
Contact
Annie Carr
Executive Producer
acarr@wbir.com
865-637-1272