News Rooted Internship

About the Role

GBH News Rooted is a public TV series centered on communities of color, covering news, civil rights issues, and highlighting joy through street interviews, culture, and lighthearted moments. This internship offers hands-on experience in digital media production and storytelling, supporting the creation of engaging video and online content for public media platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in researching, pitching, and developing story ideas for digital and video content
• Support the production team with scripting, fact-checking, and organizing materials for segments
• Help edit video content using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro (training provided as needed)
• Participate in team meetings, contribute to brainstorming sessions, and provide feedback on ongoing projects
• Manage and update digital assets, transcripts, and metadata to support content organization and publishing

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity with creating or contributing to video content for YouTube or digital platforms; interest in television production is a plus
• Strong writing and communication skills, with attention to accuracy, research, and basic AP Style
• Experience working on collaborative projects, especially involving video editing or storytelling
• Organized and dependable, with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated interest in inclusive, thoughtful storytelling and representing diverse perspectives
• Candidates must have their own computer and access to Wifi

Qualifications

• Candidates must be in an Undergrad or Grad program
• Candidates must have work authorization for the United States

Internship Details

• Status: Paid Internship
• Compensation: $17/hour (Part-time)
• Location: One Guest Street, Boston, MA
• Dates: January 25th to April 16th