WDAF-TV in Kansas City has unpaid internships available for qualified students studying broadcast journalism, video production, and other communication degrees. This internship will provide an opportunity to experience and learn the fundamentals of Creative Services and marketing, how it relates to other departments within a television station, and ultimately, how it defines the station’s on-air look, identity and brand. 

In addition, this internship will provide an opportunity to actively participate in the production of news promotion, integrated sales content, and original web content.  This internship is designed to marry course of study to hands-on experience.  The Intern will also have the opportunity to shadow professionals and gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

Assist News Topical producers with procuring materials needed for daily production

Help research developing stories

Log footage

Shadow producers on location shoots

Help develop and create digital content

Assist with organizing footage

Learn how to write voice-over copy and baseball drop-in copy

Shadow and observe how the Writer/Producers create spots and how those spots are put together in the edit room.

Help keep track of all the incoming materials, and potentially assist and coordinate shoots

Learn the process of how a promo gets to air

Administrative duties as assigned

Will be well supervised and participate in a meaningful learning experience

Upon completion of the internship, the student will be evaluated through a written review by the internship supervisor

Requirements & Skills:

Can work in the US legally without any sponsorship

Be of advanced skill level due to complexity of projects

A collaborative worker with a willingness to learn

Previous internship experience a plus

Some knowledge of Premiere and/or after effects is a plus.

Coursework and/or practical work in the following areas:​

Writing – Arrive to the internship with a basic working understanding of AP style.  The internship will teach you how to hone your writing to craft more compelling scripts and copy which adhere to professional formats and standards.Video Editing – Arrive to the internship knowing how to use a timeline-based software editing program like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro. The internship will teach you how to organize, shape, and sharpen the material you capture into lucid, stronger visual storiesVideo Acquisition – Arrive to the internship able to capture video, natural sound, and interviews on your phone or camera.  The internship will teach you how to develop your eye and ear to identify and capture even stronger elements for content.Meeting Deadlines – Sense of Urgency and flexibility are Key.  The pace is very fast.  And, assignments often change with little notice.  You should be prepared to participate nimbly and with flexibility to fully experience how professionals in our organization conduct their business and meet their responsibilities. The ability to multitask and pay close attention to details are a must.