News 9 Summer Sports Intern

Griffin Media • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A Sports Intern at News 9 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture. Job Summary: The Sports Intern will assist and observe in the workings of a newsroom at Griffin Media and News 9 in the OKC office.

Requirements

• Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A “we” not “me” attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.
• Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.
• Smart (People Smart): The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.
• Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.
• Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond.
• GPA of 2.75 or above
• Intern must have completed 60 credit hours toward their degree.
• Copy of official transcript must be uploaded with application.
• Intern candidates must be self-motivated and work well with others.
• Professional dress is expected at all times.
• Availability for internship up to 16 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Learn foundational sports producing skills, including writing scripts, researching teams and stats, logging and timing video, assisting with rundown building, and operating studio tools such as prompter and wire services.
• Develop basic sports reporting skills by assisting with interviews, logging highlights, writing short stories or scripts, and gaining on-camera experience when appropriate.
• Support digital sports coverage by writing and posting stories, highlights, and recaps to the station’s website and using social media to help share content and gather story ideas.
• Gain exposure to the full sports operation through hands-on experience and by shadowing sports anchors, reporters, producers, photographers, and digital staff.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED