Journalism Intern (Fall Internship)

Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. is the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz and The Drop. Over a million Coloradans turn to Rocky Mountain PBS to discover provocative and inspiring local, national, and international programming; find diverse viewpoints; score front-row center seats to world-class performances; and experience lifelong learning opportunities every month.

The Daniel & Janet Mordecai Journalism Internship is a fall internship opportunity for a student or recent graduate to work with the Rocky Mountain PBS Journalism team on daily responsive content and long-form projects. This internship is for those who want to learn the decisions behind story selection and execution and use DEI principles in that decision-making.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for production of responsive content and special project work when required.
• Engages with communities in Colorado to create an open door for content. Meet with community leaders to listen to and hear story ideas. Represents RMPM at community events.
• Shoots, edits, and/or writes content for multiple platforms of RMPM to help further the mission of creating a Colorado where everyone feels seen and heard.
• Actively participates in RMPM's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training program.
• Other tasks as assigned and/or required.
• Uses solid news judgment with the ability to see and recognize stories.

Minimum Qualifications Of Position

• A mix of demonstrated skills, abilities and knowledge will be considered in place of education requirements.
• Must be enrolled in, or have recently completed, a program at an accredited university/college.
• High school degree or equivalent

Additional Qualifications Of Position

• Must be detail-oriented with an ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally and productively with persons at all levels.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work within established budgets.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable MVR; must be insurable for driving station vehicles.
• Must be able to work both independently and as a collaborative and productive team member.
• Must possess exceptional time management, decision making and organizational skills.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in office, studio, editing, and/or field environments. This position must be able to work a flexible schedule with occasional evenings and weekends. Must be able to travel throughout the state and beyond, on occasion. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to lift and carry production equipment up to 50 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Persons interested in this position must apply at

https://rmpbs.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ and please submit the following items:

• A cover letter detailing how the applicant's qualifications fit the needs of RMPM and information on how the applicant found out about the job opening.
• A resume detailing education, training, and employment experience.

Position will be posted until filled. No phone calls please. KRMA-TV/KTSC-TV/KRMJ-TV/KRMU-TV/KRMZ-TV and KUVO-FM/KVJZ-FM are licensed to and operated by Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. as non-commercial public television and radio.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce. If you're excited about this role, feel a passion for our mission, this feels like it could be your dream job, but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply!

EEO STATEMENT

Rocky Mountain Public Media embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. As such, Rocky Mountain Public Media does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.