Radio Intern

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Civic Media has built a radio and digital media network in the Midwest with the goal of championing the practice of democracy by empowering honest and informative local voices. We’re merging the legacy of radio with the immediacy of digital to deliver high-quality content to a growing audience via our radio stations, websites, mobile app and associated social media platforms. We work in a fast-paced environment that values communication, integrity, vision, innovation and collaboration in order to fulfill our vision of being the media platform that informs, guides, and inspires our audience through the complex landscape of information, commentary, and civic engagement.

SUMMARY

The purpose of this internship is to give an undergraduate student a view into the world of a radio station, specifically a talk station. After interning with Civic Media, the student will have knowledge and an understanding of station programming, show preparation and execution, technical aspects such as recording, mixing, and editing, as well as an introduction to the business side of radio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist talent and staff with production of on-air programming; tasks include-but are not limited to-recording talent programming for future use, set up of studio for on-air broadcasts, and ensuring advertisements and endorsements are ready for broadcasts.
• Help research for enterprise pieces, such as retrieving information and facts for stories covered live, on-air
• Interacting and socializing with listeners through digital means
• Call screening during on-air broadcasts
• Could occasionally be on-air for the live broadcast from Noon-2:00 pm
• Help book guests for the show, and find interesting events to talk about, across the state
• *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCES

• Excellent communication skills, written and oral
• Sharp attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

• Current college student
• Advanced skills in audio editing software preferred

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Civic Media is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.