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Form of workAlpha Media is seeking a talented motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our news department as a Part-Time On-Air Talent in our Brookings, South Dakota market location. This will be a paid Internship through the South Dakota Broadcasters Association. This internship will provide hands-on experience in radio broadcasting, news production and learning how to work with a team. You will be helping out in the News Department assisting the News Director with news for all five stations in the market location. The ideal candidate would have some on-air talent experience and is capable of wearing many hats on the programming team and has a passion for radio.
Alpha Media is a diverse multimedia company sharing your favorite music, sports and news across a variety of platforms. Whether it’s on your phone, desktop, tablet, Alexa, Google Home or in your car, our stations will enhance your journey. We hire and retain top talent who are unique, innovative and vibrant. We believe in creating progressive products, world-class events, and building strong relationships in our communities.
Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Alpha Media owns or operates over 200 live broadcast radio stations and digital properties covering all formats serving 44 markets across the United States. In addition to our over-the-air broadcasts, Alpha audio products can be heard across multiple platforms, including all major smart devices. Strong relationships with our listeners and clients in the communities where we live and work keep Alpha Media true to its local-first heritage.
Learn more about Alpha: www.alphamediausa.com.
What You Will Learn:
- How to write and deliver news stories on-air.
- How to conduct interviews and develop news stories.
- How to produce news content for on-air and online distribution.
- How to fact-check and verify news stories.
- How to work in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues.
- How radio stations operate and the role of the news department in the overall station structure.
What You Will Get Out of the Internship:
- Hands-on experience in radio broadcasting and news production.
- Opportunity to develop your on-air talent and public speaking skills.
- Exposure to the inner workings of a radio station and the news department.
- Professional development and networking opportunities.
- College credit, if applicable.
Responsibilities of this position may include:
- Writing and delivering news updates on-air in a clear, concise and engaging manner.
- Conducting interviews with news sources and developing stories.
- Researching and fact-checking news stories.
- Assisting in the production of news content for on-air and online distribution.
- Monitoring breaking news and updating coverage as needed.
- Covering news events.
- Broadcasting the news.
- Recording hourly news casts.
- Engage with listeners via social media and at events.
- Other duties as assigned by the News Director.
Requirements of this position include the following:
- Comfortable speaking on-air and conducting interviews.
- Knowledge of news and current events.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with word processing programs.
- Must be a team player and work well with management and staff at all levels.
- Public speaking skills and ability to interact with listeners and clients in a public setting.
- Excellent problem-solving and prioritizing skills.
- Ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines.
- Skilled in the operation of audio and editing software, broadcasting equipment, and other related production equipment.
- Be a positive member of a tight-knit team.
- Must be creative and innovative with a strong work ethic.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
This internship is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a career in broadcasting or journalism to gain valuable experience in the field. If you are passionate about news, interested in radio broadcasting, and looking for an opportunity to grow and learn, we encourage you to apply for this internship.
Preference may be given to candidates who have the above experience plus the following:
- Prior broadcast industry experience.
Benefits:
Alpha Media invests in people who invest in themselves and offers employees a competitive package of health and welfare benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for full time and part time employees as well as all household members at no cost.
- 401(k) with discretionary employer matching.
- Holiday Worked Pay.
- Alpha Cares – paid volunteer hours.
- Pet adoption subsidy.
We’d love to hear a sample of your work! If you would like to send a demo, include the link to your website in your cover letter. If you do not have a website, upload your demo in YouTube and provide the link.
Alpha values Integrity, a Can Do Attitude, Passion, Competitiveness, Creativity and embraces that work can be FUN. If these qualities are important to you and you feel you check off the qualities we are looking for, apply now and let's talk.
Alpha Media is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. Click Here to learn more about E-Verify.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at 1-877-459-5750 or alpha.recruitment@alphamediausa.com and include your full name, contact information and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.
