Commercial Production Internship

Nexstar Media, Inc. • Part-time • OH-Dayton;4595 South Dixie Drive (Nexstar - WDTN), United States of America • 4d ago

Internships are available for qualified students studying journalism, video production, and other communication degrees. Internships are at WDTN-TV in Dayton, OH. Our internships offer meaningful educational and work experiences designed to meet the academic and career goals of the intern. The Intern does not replace or displace any employee of the Company. The Intern will receive direct and close supervision by an appropriate supervisor. The internship is related to an educational purpose and there is no guarantee or expectation that the activity will result in employment with the Company.

We create high impact commercial content, which we distribute across our portfolio of television and streaming services. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, CW, WDTN.com and an assortment of digital advertising services our clients can be a part of. We produce commercials for local clients here in the Dayton area.

Our internships are true learning and growth opportunities that help set students up for an exciting future career in media. We are committed to developing early career talent, and focused on helping our interns realize their potential and their dreams.

WDTN interns are innovators and trailblazers. They bring their passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with their desire to learn each day. They contribute to our growing portfolio of local businesses in hands-on ways that matter. We provide a program full of opportunities for professional development, leadership exposure, connection, networking, and fun.

WDTN and WBDT is seeking an Intern who has a strong interest in commercial production.

If you are a team player looking to get hands-on experience in video production and interested in experimenting with what it is like to be part of a creative team and a supportive team, then this is the internship for you.

Responsibilities

Assist commercial producers on a daily basis
Attend promo and commercial shoots
Assist in writing scripts when needed
Help on station events when needed
Other production functions as needed

Desired Characteristics

Students with class standing of junior or above preferred
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Ability in writing scripts
Knowledge of basic lighting
Experience in editing on Adobe Premiere Pro
Knowledge of graphics production
Knowledge in aftereffects and experience working with clients are a big plus
Knowledge in shooting
Knowledge of Photoshop
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Previous internship experience

Requirements & Skills:

All interns must receive course credit
Availability during 8:30-5p EST (schedule will be discussed)
Possess strong communication skills
Flexible in performing a variety of assignments and tasks

The Student shall:

Abide by all safety rules and procedures of Company
Exert best efforts in receiving training and cooperate with and follow the instructions of employees of Company
Maintain strictly the confidences of Company, the customers of Company, all information or data received regarding Company and any of its trade secrets or any other confidential business information received by the Student

The student is aware that this is an UN-PAID SUPERVISED INTERNSHIP. The student is responsible for his/her own transportation.

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