Search * > TEGNA * > United States * > Seattle, WA * > Media - Journalism - Newspaper * > Public Relations Specialists KING5 Intern (Winter Qtr) at TEGNA Date Posted: 11/16/2018 Apply Not ready to Apply? Job Description We are currently accepting applications for the following Internships: (Winter Quarter) * New Day Northwest * Take 5 News * Digital Media * Community Relations * Sales & Marketing ________________________________________________________ New Day Northwest Intern* Hours: Monday Thursday, 7:30am 12:30pm 10 weeks, 20 hours/week Duties: New Day Northwest interns will work with guests before and during show tapings each morning; managing guests and backstage during show, cueing in studio, assisting with guests and show props. Interns will also assist producers as needed during segments. Interns also write and produce segment stories for the website as well as cutting show video to appear on website. Qualifications: Interns should be in their junior or senior year, and have a valid driver's license. Computer/typing skills required. Excellent communication and research skills. Desire to pursue a career in broadcasting. Take 5 News Intern* Hours: (weekdays) 10 weeks, 20 hours/week Duties: KING 5s 4pm show intern will have the opportunity to play an active and collaborative role helping the show team with everything from story ideas to audience engagement to representing the perspective of their generation. The intern will be responsible for social media listening and content creation; story pitching, research and planning; and production help. Qualifications: Solid research and communication skills, social media savvy - and not afraid to share their ideas. An awareness of and curiosity in multi-screen journalism, the Seattle community, and trends in both daily news and the media industry in general is a must. Experience with digital publishing tools, image and video editing software and social media strategy that goes beyond posting stuff is encouraged. Digital Media* Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week can be flexible. Duties: The digital media intern will assist with the development of KING-5s news websites. The intern will report to the Online Managing Editor and be responsible for writing news articles and headlines, editing text, photos and video. Duties will also include using social media tools such as Facebook and Twitter to collaborate with our vibrant online community and promote the content getting published on our websites and mobile apps. Qualifications: Solid writing and editing skills. Experience with digital publishing tools or blogging platforms such as Wordpress and image editing software like Photoshop. Knowledge and proficiency in social media tools, especially Facebook and Twitter. Demonstrate awareness and interest in the intersection of new media, journalism and digital technology. Community Relations Intern* Hours: Flexible 10 weeks, 20 hours/week Duties: Help KING 5 manage its outreach in the community by communicating with non-profit partners, coordinating emcee engagements with KING 5 talent and keeping the KING 5 Community website and social media up to date. Youll be intimately involved with the planning and execution of events and campaigns, both internally at KING 5 and around western Washington. (Specific events vary by season but include Home Team Harvest, Konnected, Beat The Bridge, SR 99 Tunnel Grand Opening, Obliteride, American Heart & Stroke Walk, etc). This is an opportunity to see how marketing, sales, programming and the news departments all work together in order to make KING 5 the number one choice for viewers and community organizations in Western Washington. Qualifications: Interns should be in their Junior or Senior year of college, majoring in Communications, Marketing, or related field. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, possess proficient organization and computer skills, and have the ability to juggle several projects. Availability for occasional weekend hours a plus. Sales & Marketing Intern* Hours: weekdays 10 weeks, 10 hours/week Duties: Assist with projects involving national/local sales, traffic and sales research. Specific tasks include processing orders, assisting clients with running times, departmental word processing, rate card updating, answering departmental phones, checking agency confirmations, generating promotional one-sheets, and pulling qualitative data. Assist with promotional projects and details surrounding contest give-a-ways. May include coordination with other departments including Local Programming Evening and New Day, Creative Services and Production. Qualifications: Interns should be in their junior or senior year of college, majoring in Communications, Advertising, or a related field. Computer/typing skills required. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure environment. Job Requirements What does KING 5 look for in an intern? Ideal candidates for KING 5 internships are current college students in their Junior or Senior year, with at least one quarter remaining before graduation. Qualified students must have strong written and oral communication skills and be interested in a broadcasting career. Why an internship program? KING 5 has offered undergraduate internships for many years. The station remains committed to the belief that practical work experience adds realism to classroom theory and concepts. KING 5 views internships as a vital part of a student's preparation for employment. Our Seattle facility provides a unique setting where students can experience firsthand the reality of working in broadcasting. Through the Undergraduate Internship Program, KING 5 invests in tomorrow's workforce by offering challenging educational opportunities today. What can students gain from the program? The classroom setting provides an excellent forum for acquiring and analyzing information; likewise, a successful internship affords students the chance to apply what they have learned in class to real life situations. As an intern at KING 5, students can test their creative talent, exercise their analytical skills and increase their understanding of broadcast operations and industry trends. In addition, through their interactions with established professionals, interns often find mentors and role models who can facilitate their career planning. Is college credit for my internship required? Yes. Confirmation from the University of enrollment in the for-credit internships will be required. The allocation of college credit is at the discretion of your local college or university. Students are responsible for meeting any university registration requirements. The final authority on credits received remains with the university and/or its designated representative. How many hours are required for internships? Generally, internships are available year round. Most internships are one quarter long (approximately ten weeks). Evening Magazine internships are for six months. The number of part-time and full time internships available may vary from quarter to quarter. Hours are to be arranged according to the needs of the department and the scheduling requirements of individual interns. Most part time interns will work at least 20 hours per week, with specific days and times agreed upon in advance. Are internships paid or unpaid? Internships are paid $15 per hour. The number of internships available will vary each quarter. How do I apply for an internship? Application materials can be obtained at your campus internship or student employment office. To apply for our internship program, please go to Jobs at KING 5. KING 5 only accepts resumes and applications for open positions. Unsolicited resumes will not be retained. Finalists will be contacted for a personal interview (Out of state finalists may be interviewed by phone only.) All internship offers will be confirmed by written notice. About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. With 47 television stations and two radio stations in 39 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms. It is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. Each month, TEGNA reaches 50 million adults on-air and approximately 35 million across its digital platforms. TEGNA has been consistently honored with the industrys top awards, including Edward R. Murrow, George Polk, Alfred I. DuPont and Emmy Awards. TEGNA delivers results for advertisers through unparalleled and innovative solutions including OTT local advertising network Premion, centralized marketing resource Hatch, and G/O Digital, a one-stop shop for local businesses to connect with consumers through digital marketing. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com. TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. Apply Not ready to Apply? Share With Twitter LinkedIn Email https://www.jobs.net/jobs/tegna/en-us/job/United-States/KING5-Intern-Winter-Qtr/J3R42G716YRH1JML6YR/ KING5 Intern (Winter Qtr) Job Snapshot * Employee Type: Seasonal/Temp * Location: Seattle, WA * Job Type: Media - Journalism - Newspaper * Experience: Not Specified * Date Posted: 11/16/2018 About Us TEGNA, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. Check out our similar jobs * Marketing Jobs * Public Relations Jobs * Jobs in Seattle, Washington * Marketing Jobs in Seattle, Washington