WNYC Studios Podcast Development Internship (September-May)
WNYC Studios Podcast Development Internship
WNYC Studios is home to several sound-rich narrative series with short runs, including “La Brega: stories of the Puerto Rican experience” and “Blindspot: Tulsa Burning.” This year, we’re pleased to be producing a new season of “La Brega,” as well as other limited-run series soon to be announced.
We’re looking for an intern who will assist in making several new shows in development – from first taping to launch.
The intern will participate in story development, research, tapings, editorial meetings, and group edits. They’ll learn basic production skills and – based on their interest and ability – help shape the programming itself. They will also work with partners across the building (from Audience to Digital) and see up-close the intersection between the content and its successful distribution.
WNYC Studios runs on creativity, curiosity, and collaboration – if you do too, please apply!
Responsibilities
- Participate in production, editorial, and other planning meetings.
- Research and help develop episodes and stories; book and prep interviews.
- Complete basic production tasks, including pulling clips, assisting in tapings, and gathering sound.
- Help manage the elements of production – from audio to images.
Qualifications
- An avid listener. We’re looking for someone who both consumes podcasts and is excited to learn how to make them.
- A strong writer and communicator.
- A great team member. We’re looking for someone who can work collaboratively but also independently; someone who likes to jump in often and ask how they can help.
- Journalism and/or research experience preferred
- Production experience (audio or video) preferred
- While proficiency in Spanish would be especially helpful for this internship, it is not a requirement.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for an internship at New York Public Radio you must be currently enrolled in, or have graduated no more than 12 months prior to the start of the internship to which you are applying for, from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program.
You must be authorized to work in the United States and preferably live/work in a commutable distance of our office.
Additional Information
This role is a paid internship with eligibility for college credit. WNYC internships pay $17.50/hour. The internship will commence on September 12th and run through May 5th and interns are expected to work 15 hours per week. The exact schedule and hours will be determined with the finalist.
This internship will operate in a mostly remote environment. However, if you are based in a commutable distance to our NYC office, we would like to have you come to the office on occasion.
To come to our office, candidates must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless NYPR has approved a specific religious or medical exemption in advance of the first day of work. At this time, NYPR defines being fully vaccinated as having received two Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations or one Johnson and Johnson vaccination.
Remote candidates must be working from one of the following locations while working for NYPR: CA, CO, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OR, PA, RI, VA, WI, Washington DC.
Application Requirements
Submit a resume and a cover letter telling us a bit about yourself and why you want to be an intern at WNYC Studios.
At the bottom of your cover letter, please answer the following questions:episode
- What is your favorite moment from “La Brega” , and why? (Please choose a specific moment from one episode or story.)
- Describe a moment from “La Brega” that didn't work for you, and why.
- In a few sentences, tell us the best thing you’ve read, heard or seen recently. Could be an article that surprised you, your new go-to TV show, the podcast you’re binging, or a song that had a powerful effect on you.
Only complete applications will be considered. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, July 20th at 5pm ET.
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