Agricultural Programming Internship (WSGW)

Connoisseur Media is looking for an enthusiastic curious and motivated intern to join our Programming team in Saginaw Michigan!

This is an exciting opportunity to get hands-on experience inside a working radio station while learning the ins and outs of radio broadcasting agricultural reporting news production and day-to-day station operations. As part of the team at 105.5 FM/790 AM WSGW youll work alongside experienced broadcast professionals gain valuable real-world skills and see what it takes to bring local programming and agricultural news to the community. This is a paid part-time internship scheduled Monday through Friday approximately 67 hours per week in the morning making it a great opportunity for a student or aspiring media professional looking to build experience while continuing their education.

What You Will Learn:

• Operate the on-air console and audio controls.
• Monitor station transmitters.
• Run shows play music and commercials.
• Produce and edit audio programming segments.
• Log discrepancies.
• Maintain studio equipment and logs.
• Write and post information to station websites and social media platforms.
• Understand procedures in case of a computer crash or loss of broadcast signal.
• Communication procedures in the event of any concerns issues or problems with the broadcast.

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.

Responsibilities of this position may include:

• Assisting in the production of news content for on-air and online distribution.
• Monitoring breaking news and updating coverage as needed.
• Recording hourly newscasts.
• Engage with listeners via social media and at events.
• Other duties as assigned by the Agricultural Manager on WSGW.

Requirements of this position include the following:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a team player and work well with management and staff at all levels.
• Public speaking skills and the ability to interact with listeners and clients in a public setting.
• Ability to multitask and handle pressures and deadlines.
• Be a positive member of a tight-knit team.
• Must be creative and innovative with a strong work ethic.

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.

Wed 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 on YouTube and provide the link.

Discover Your Passion at Connoisseur!

We are a broadcast and digital media company serving audiences advertisers and local communities. Recognized as one of the top 10 radio broadcasters in the U.S. we operate 171 radio stations in 36 markets and run a growing digital marketing business. From music and news to community events we create media that matters. Through we help brands thrive with smart strategies engaging stories and expert PR. At our core people are our passion and the heart of the Company and were proud to be community-minded with employees who love getting involved and making a difference.

Connoisseur Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at 1- or and include your full name contact information and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

Required Experience:

Intern