PBS at the Capitol Internship Program
Community Idea Stations in cooperation with VCU School of Mass Communications offers a hands-on, paid internship program in local television production and is soliciting applicants.
Areas of Emphasis
Individuals are being sought for the Capitol Bureau. The State Capitol Studio serves the governor and the legislature of Virginia, from covering daily proceedings on the Senate floor, to producing news interviews and programs featuring Virginia’s politicians. The interns take an active and involved role in assigned productions. Experience in a professional, public broadcast studio will give the intern a comprehensive picture of TV production.
Qualifications and Requirements
• Minimum of major status in school of mass communications
• Computer literate
• Participate in field shoots and carry equipment
• Commit to 10 to 12 hours per week
• Provide own parking and transportation to and from the Capitol
• Successful completion of MASC 366 (TV Production) required; Successful completion of MASC 415 (Advanced TV Production) and MASC 466 (VCU InSight Production) preferred: Successful completion of POLI 321 (Urban Government and Politics), 322 (State and Local Government Politics) or 323 (Virginia Government and Politics) preferred; Previous work experience in production preferred.
Interns Requirements
• Send a résumé and cover letter outlining area(s) of interest, summary of education and experience
• Devote 10 hours minimum per week during the General Assembly
• Keen interest in learning about all facets of television production
• Knowledge and interest in journalism, news, current events and public affairs
• Strong organizational, writing, communication and computer skills
Typical Duties
• Train in program development, including: organization, conception, structure, formatting, writing, and taking ideas from first thought through fruition
• Develop and refine interpersonal communication skills with crew, staff and management
• Research possible show topics (requires strong computer research, journalism and typing skills)
• Coordinate studio production work and crews
• Act as liaison between show guest and crew
• Observe and assist in post-production and editing process as well as some live studio productions
Pick up an application in the Mass Communications Office (Temple 2216)
Deadline to Apply: December 4th, 2009