Television News Photographer Internship
WINK News
Fort Myers, FLFresher13m agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Must know
- Operations
- Nice to have
- Social media
- Work
- On-site in Fort Myers · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Social media47%Operations18%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 11, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
WINK News is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Television News Photographer Intern to join our award-winning newsroom. This hands-on internship offers an opportunity to gain real-world experience in television news photography, video editing, and visual storytelling while working alongside experienced broadcast journalists.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist news photographers and reporters in capturing video for daily newscasts, breaking news, special reports, and feature stories.
- Learn to operate professional broadcast cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and other field production gear.
- Gain hands-on experience shooting and editing video for television and digital platforms.
- Accompany experienced photographers and reporters on news assignments and assist with field production.
- Learn techniques for visual storytelling, including composition, lighting, sequencing, and natural sound.
- Assist with setting up live shots, interviews, and other on-location productions.
- Work with newsroom staff to understand how video supports accurate, compelling news coverage.
- Help organize and maintain camera equipment and video files.
- Participate in newsroom meetings, training opportunities, and collaborative projects.
- Follow WINK News editorial standards, safety procedures, and professional journalism practices.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in journalism, communications, broadcasting, film, video production, or a related field.
- Strong interest in television news, photography, and visual storytelling.
- Basic familiarity with video cameras and editing software, or a willingness to learn.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Willingness to take direction, accept feedback, and develop new skills.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced newsroom and changing assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or hands-on experience in video production, photography, broadcast journalism, or related areas.
- Experience producing video content for student media, school projects, social media, or personal portfolios.
- Interest in learning about live television production and breaking news coverage.
- Basic understanding of camera composition, lighting, and audio recording.
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience in a professional television newsroom.
- Training and mentorship from experienced news photographers and journalists.
- Opportunities to develop camera operation, video editing, and visual storytelling skills.
- Exposure to breaking news, daily news coverage, live broadcasts, and special projects.
- Experience working collaboratively with reporters, producers, anchors, and newsroom leadership.
- Opportunities to build a professional video portfolio and develop skills for a future career in broadcast journalism.
- A better understanding of newsroom operations, editorial decision-making, and television news production.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry camera equipment and production gear up to 40–50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work for extended periods in studio and field environments.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
- Ability to travel to field assignments with newsroom staff.