NAB Leadership Foundation is hiring: WXII Intern in Winston Salem
NAB Leadership Foundation, Winston Salem, NC, United States
WXII/WCWG, owned by Hearst Television in Winston‑Salem, NC, offers a Paid Internship in the News Department for the Summer 2026 session.
Application Window: March 25, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Internship Session: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
To apply, submit a cover letter that includes:
Position Preference (News Producer, News Reporter, Video‑Journalist, Technical Production, Digital Producer)
Available start and end dates
Days and hours available to intern
Interns will spend 10‑12 weeks shadowing and gaining on‑the‑job experience in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented news environment.
News Producer
Collaborate with news managers and producers to identify daily key stories.
Learn to write broadcast copy, research stories for accuracy, and complete projects quickly.
Manage the execution of a live newscast in control room, working closely with production staff.
Create graphic elements, including lower‑third supers and full‑screen graphics.
Work under tight deadlines with an eye for accuracy.
Communicate with reporters to determine placement and tease compelling elements.
News Reporter
Work under tight deadlines with an eye for accuracy.
Collaborate with reporters and photographers to cover local news.
Write stories for online and broadcast.
Shoot stand‑ups and practice live shots.
Cover news and write stories for newscasts, guided by producers & news managers.
Learn technical workflow and skills necessary for a local news reporter.
Video‑Journalist
Gather video and interview content, assembling stories for broadcast.
Make quick assessments regarding safety and situational concerns while shooting.
Collaborate with reporters to tell visually compelling stories.
Understand care and maintenance of equipment.
Learn technical workflow and skills needed for local video journalism.
Digital Producer
Collaborate with digital content manager and producers to identify daily key stories.
Write broadcast copy, research stories for accuracy, and complete projects quickly.
Produce content in a content management system that populates digital platforms – web and social.
Communicate with reporters to learn details and make necessary calls for information.
Learn technical workflow and skills for digital production.
Technical Production
Observe and train on all aspects of behind‑the‑scenes newscast production: directing, technical directing, audio, camera operation.
Learn how all roles function together to execute a live newscast from the control room.
Manage newscast execution software, graphics, camera shots, and live field elements during a newscast.
Communicate with a team during stressful situations to troubleshoot and navigate live issues to a positive outcome.
Values in Action
Hearst Television tells stories daily, covering people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. The organization fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring content is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities it serves.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, nationality, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Application Window: March 25, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Internship Session: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
To apply, submit a cover letter that includes:
Position Preference (News Producer, News Reporter, Video‑Journalist, Technical Production, Digital Producer)
Available start and end dates
Days and hours available to intern
Interns will spend 10‑12 weeks shadowing and gaining on‑the‑job experience in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented news environment.
News Producer
Collaborate with news managers and producers to identify daily key stories.
Learn to write broadcast copy, research stories for accuracy, and complete projects quickly.
Manage the execution of a live newscast in control room, working closely with production staff.
Create graphic elements, including lower‑third supers and full‑screen graphics.
Work under tight deadlines with an eye for accuracy.
Communicate with reporters to determine placement and tease compelling elements.
News Reporter
Work under tight deadlines with an eye for accuracy.
Collaborate with reporters and photographers to cover local news.
Write stories for online and broadcast.
Shoot stand‑ups and practice live shots.
Cover news and write stories for newscasts, guided by producers & news managers.
Learn technical workflow and skills necessary for a local news reporter.
Video‑Journalist
Gather video and interview content, assembling stories for broadcast.
Make quick assessments regarding safety and situational concerns while shooting.
Collaborate with reporters to tell visually compelling stories.
Understand care and maintenance of equipment.
Learn technical workflow and skills needed for local video journalism.
Digital Producer
Collaborate with digital content manager and producers to identify daily key stories.
Write broadcast copy, research stories for accuracy, and complete projects quickly.
Produce content in a content management system that populates digital platforms – web and social.
Communicate with reporters to learn details and make necessary calls for information.
Learn technical workflow and skills for digital production.
Technical Production
Observe and train on all aspects of behind‑the‑scenes newscast production: directing, technical directing, audio, camera operation.
Learn how all roles function together to execute a live newscast from the control room.
Manage newscast execution software, graphics, camera shots, and live field elements during a newscast.
Communicate with a team during stressful situations to troubleshoot and navigate live issues to a positive outcome.
Values in Action
Hearst Television tells stories daily, covering people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. The organization fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring content is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities it serves.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, nationality, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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