Public Affairs Programming and Documentaries Internship

Terms Available:

Winter Term: September-December
Spring Term: January-April
Summer Term: May-August
Please apply two months prior to start of term.

Division: Television
Department: Television Production and Programming

Internship Summary:
KQED TV is seeking two interns to participate directly with television production staff to assist in KQED's News and Public Affairs series: "This Week in Northern California" - TWINC - (a weekly round-table discussion and news analysis of political topics) and "Truly, CA" (a showcase for documentary films about California made by independent filmmakers). The Public Affairs Programming and Documentaries Internship is a terrific opportunity for production experience. We require of each intern, a minimum of 16 hours a week, on a regularly established schedule that takes into account the intern's academic schedule. Interns should possess a strong interest in learning about the broad activities involved in television production. Screen credit is given under the heading of production interns upon discretion of the internship supervisor.

Internship Duties:

  • Accompanies staff and crew on remote shoots.
  • Assists in coordinating studio audience & production elements.
  • Organizes and prepares mailings.
  • Organizes, logs and maintains video archives.
  • Helps to organize research for producers & talent.
  • Publicizes calls for documentary entries.
  • Processes documentary submissions.
  • Assists in post production of selected films.
  • Collaborates on promotion, outreach, and the series web site.
  • Makes phone calls, as requested.
  • Performs administrative tasks.
  • Performs other production related projects as assigned.

Internship Qualifications:

  • Highly motivated.
  • Strong interest in public affairs and news topics.
  • Passion for public television and documentary films.
  • Interest in post production and programming.
  • Clear and effective communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and research skills.
  • Excellent attention-to-detail.
  • Ability to adapt from project-to-project.
  • Willing to take on all aspects of the job with enthusiasm, from the most mundane to more exciting tasks.
  • Familiarity with local and state media arts organizations a plus.
  • Windows proficiency a plus.

Application Procedure:

Please send cover letter & resume to:
KQED, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
2601 Mariposa St.
San Francisco, CA 94110

Or email:
internships@kqed.org

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