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News Internship

89.5 WNIJ & 90.5 WNIU · Dekalb, IL, USA ·

Pay:
60.000 - 80.000
Job type:
Full Time

Northern Public Radio is pleased to offer a News Internship that will encompass all aspects of the gathering, writing, production and distribution of radio news.
Duties

Developing an understanding of the National Public Radio news style
Learning to make story choices
Conducting background research for in-depth news stories
Assisting News Department staff in gathering audio
Producing news stories
Developing interviewing skills
Covering local government meetings and news conferences
Learning to use digital recording and editing equipment
Writing concise and effective news copy
Incorporating natural sound
Participating in election coverage
Research candidates through a variety of sources
Report on campaign issues
Collect and update results on election night
Learning other day-to-day operations of the News Department
Archiving audio and print material
Gathering and editing commentary
Participating in news staff meetings
Writing and producing news promos and public service announcements
Becoming familiar with on-air and ISDN equipment
Other duties as assigned
For more information, please contact Jenna Dooley at Northern Public Radio: jdooley@niu.edu.

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