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Public Affairs Programming and Documentaries Internship

Terms Available:
Winter Term: September–December
Spring Term: January–April
Summer Term: May–August
Please apply two months prior to start of term.

Division: Television
Department: Television Production & Programming

Internship Summary:
KQED TV is seeking two interns to participate directly with television production staff to assist in KQED's News and Public Affairs series: "This Week in Northern California" - TWINC - (a weekly round-table discussion and news analysis of political topics) and "Truly, CA" (a showcase for documentary films about California made by independent filmmakers). The Public Affairs Programming and Documentaries Internship is a terrific opportunity for production experience. We require of each intern, a minimum of 16 hours a week, on a regularly established schedule that takes into account the intern's academic schedule. Interns should possess a strong interest in learning about the broad activities involved in television production. Screen credit is given under the heading of production interns upon discretion of the internship supervisor.

Internship Duties:
	Accompanies staff and crew on remote shoots.
	Assists in coordinating studio audience & production elements.
	Organizes and prepares mailings.
	Organizes, logs and maintains video archives.
	Helps to organize research for producers & talent.
	Publicizes calls for documentary entries.
	Processes documentary submissions.
	Assists in post production of selected films.
	Collaborates on promotion, outreach, and the series web site.
	Makes phone calls, as requested.
	Performs administrative tasks.
	Performs other production related projects as assigned.

Internship Qualifications:
	Highly motivated.
	Strong interest in public affairs and news topics.
	Passion for public television and documentary films.
	Interest in post production and programming.
	Clear and effective communication skills.
	Strong organizational and research skills.
	Excellent attention-to-detail.
	Ability to adapt from project-to-project.
	Willing to take on all aspects of the job with enthusiasm, from the most mundane to more exciting tasks.
	Familiarity with local and state media arts organizations a plus.
	Windows proficiency a plus.
Application Procedure:
Please send cover letter & resume to:
KQED, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 2601 Mariposa St. San Francisco, CA 94110 Or email: internships@kqed.org