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Spectrum News NY1 2021 Summer Internship - Editing

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Spectrum News NY1 2021 Summer Internship - Editing

New York City, NY
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT SPECTRUM NETWORKS INTERNSHIP: Spectrum Networks is seeking talented, creative, technical, highly self-motivated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team of interns! From first interview through program completion, we offer students a competitive and exciting learning experience which will position you for future news/sports journalism and production opportunities. We take great pride in nurturing up-and-coming stars of tomorrow by providing a robust news experience with Spectrum News and/or Spectrum Sports. Selected candidates will gain a unique opportunity to work with award-winning employees who support the organization's growth, subscriber retention and profitability.

    PROGRAM DATES: June 2nd 2021 - August 6th 2021 THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL PROGRAM.

    ABOUT SPECTRUM NETWORKS: Spectrum Networks is a series of 27 hyper-local news and 9 regional sports networks owned and operated by Charter Communications, Inc. Spectrum Networks seeks to provide the most essential local news and information, cultivating relevant and thoughtful conversations that foster informed and engaged communities.

    EXPERIENCE YOU WILL GAIN: Spectrum Networks Internships provides you with meaningful, real-world experience that will aid in developing confidence and marketable skills for the future. Our internship will provide you with experiential learning in a professional setting that integrates what you have learned in the classroom. The experience of being a Spectrum Networks Intern will provide you with invaluable experiences in news and sports, and will also allow you to develop your professional skills. You will expand your network and build upon your current resume, all while having fun! Spectrum Networks offers internship opportunities in the following area:

    • EDITING: The intern will edit news and feature packages in a timely manner paying close attention to detail and utilizing their creativity to make the pieces the best they can be. They record voiceovers for reporters, cut footage to be archived and set up and maintain computer editing workspaces for fellow interns in other departments as well as for the reporters. The intern will learn to edit with great speed and accuracy.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Complete core assignment (noted above) provided by the respective department and/or functional area
    • Complete portfolio project, individually or group based determined by manage
    • Attend internship development activities as scheduled
    • Participate in rotating opportunities where applicable
    • Be enthusiastic, communicative and open to learning new things every day
  • Qualifications

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Skills/Abilities & Knowledge

    • Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and work under time pressure deadline
    • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate well with diverse populations
    • Ability to interface with internal company personnel and build relationships
    • Requires ability to adapt proactively and positively solve problems

    ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Only the best and brightest need apply. To be considered for a Spectrum Networks internship you must:

    • Be in pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution and be able to provide documentation to confirm degree program
    • Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits) Students must be 18 years of age or older
    • Must have authorization to work in the U.S
    • Must be willing to participate for a term of 10 weeks (16 to 20 hours weekly)
    • Must agree not to miss more than three (3) days of the internship program
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays to cover breaking news events and gain experience working for a 24 hour news channel
    • Must have access to a computer or tablet
    • Must have access to internet.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
    • Majors in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Sports Business, Marketing, Finance etc
    • Previous internship experience
    • Demonstrated participation in extracurricular activities a plus

    For more information on Spectrum's benefits, please click here .

  • Industry
    Telecommunications
  • Fun Fact
    Spectrum Scholars launched in 2020 and awards $400,000 in scholarships to eligible college students.
  • About Us

    Charter Communications, Inc. is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.