Interns wanted for WBAI radio:
The Morning Show, WBAI’s daily public affairs and news show;
WBAI is listener-supported independent radio. As a member of the Pacifica chain of radio stations, it provides a vast array of original programming to listeners in the Metropolitan New York City region and worldwide on this site. WBAI is a truly unique voice.
The Pacifica Foundation was launched by pacifist Lew Hill in 1949 with the first ever listener-funded radio station – KPFA, Berkeley. The Pacifica Mission called for radio that would:
“foster understanding amongst nations and individuals, encourage creativity, and promote innovative, uncensored distribution of news.”
WBAI began as WABF in 1941 and moved to 99.5 FM in 1948. The station continues that tradition by offering world-class radio in the following broad categories:
News
Public Affairs
Music
Arts
Health
Science + Ecology
Location: 388 Atlantic Avenue, 2nd Floor in The Commons, Brooklyn, NY
**student must be able to work remotely
What would Intern do?:
- Student would be full member of ‘The Morning Show’ team;
- Research background for show segments;
- Edit daily show highlights and share over social media;
- Help with scheduling guests;
- Pitch segment topics;
- Promote show and/or segments;
- Work with Coordinating Producer to ensure accurate weekly calendar;
Hours of work:
There is some flexibility in the days, but our preference is for the student to be available minimum of two hours per day M-TH, directly following show from 8-10am. We are also open to more than one intern working.
Necessary skills:
- Adobe Audition (can be trained)
- Social media familiarity including: Facebook, Twitter and Soundcloud
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in Journalism and Independent Media
Contact Information:
Please email Jillian Jonas, producer, The Morning Show
Jjonas@gmail.com