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Nexstar Media Group Unpaid Intern, News in Champaign, Illinois
Job Summary:During the internship term, the News Station Intern will support daily departmental operations. Participants will acquire practical knowledge through direct broadcast journalism work. This internship offers participants the chance to learn about news production as well as skills specific to their department. During their internship, interns will develop industry skills through direct collaboration with experienced employees as they help produce station content and support operations.
The departments available for internship are News/Production, 509 Creative, Weather, Sports & our lifestyle show, ciLiving.
Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic understanding of current events and the media industry.
Interest in learning the technical aspects of news production, including video editing software, newsroom equipment, and online platforms.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Prior experience in media production or an internship in a related field is a plus but not required.
This is an unpaid internship.
Application Process:Please attach a resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples (if applicable)
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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.