Feature Reporter

JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporters produce news or feature segments for the live show.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Generate story ideas for various segments of the program
• Work with a photographer to schedule shoots and conducts interviews
• Write broadcast style scripts
• Edit video
• Attend weekly team meetings

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Reporters will be expected to read copy and accurately pronounce words at a style and rate consistent with national broadcast standards. In addition, reporters cannot publicly endorse products, services or political campaigns.
Reporter should not alter their appearance during a telecast season without first seeking approval from a team leader. Team leaders will not approve the following: visibly pierced facial parts with body rings; drastic changes in hair color; drastic changes in hair length (including hair extensions) and/or facial tattoos.
Reporters are in the “public eye.” As such, they are expected to represent Studio One in a positive and professional manner.

REQUIREMENTS
• Some experience related to the responsibilities outlined above
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Prefer experience writing for broadcasting or print
• Prefer video editing experience, but not required

APPROXIMATE TIME REQUIREMENTS:
Mondays: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Fridays: 8:00 - 9:00 am

Reporters schedule time to go on shoots, write broadcast scripts and edit video. Time required will vary depending on each assignment.
Reporters also meet with a team leader to discuss assignments and review assignment progress. These meetings are held as needed.
Studio One internships are non-paid.

 

Photographer

JOB DESCRIPTION
Photographers shoot video for news, feature and sports reporters. Photographers may help edit stories.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Generate story ideas for various segments of the program
• Works with reporters to schedule equipment, shoot and edit stories
• May work on the production team during the live show

REQUIREMENTS
• Some experience related to the responsibilities outlined above
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license
• Understanding of shooting techniques for broadcasting helpful, but not required

APPROXIMATE TIME REQUIREMENTS
Mondays: 8:00 - 9:00 am; Thursdays: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
OR
Mondays: 4:00 - 5:00 pm; Fridays: 8:00 - 9:00 am

Photographers schedule time to go on shoots and edit video. Time required will vary depending on each assignment.
Studio One internships are non-paid.

Associate Producer

JOB DESCRIPTION
The associate producer is responsible for developing and organizing live guest segments.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Acquires guests, conducts pre-interviews and develops interview segment of the show
• Conducts research for various program segments and writes scripts
• Assists the producer with program timing and segment changes
• Writes material used by the marketing staff to promote the show

REQUIREMENTS
• Some experience related to the responsibilities outlined above
• Prefer experience writing for broadcasting or print
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong leadership skills

APPROXIMATE TIME REQUIREMENTS
Mondays: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Wednesdays: 4:00 - 4:30pm
Thursdays: 2:30 - 6:30 pm
Fridays: 8:00 - 9:00 am

This position will require additional time outside of the scheduled times above.
Studio One internships are non-paid.

 

Producer

JOB DESCRIPTION
The producer is a student leadership position. The producer serves on the Studio One Executive Council, the Board of Directors and provides leadership to the programming team. The producer works with the news director to make decisions about stories, assignments and program content. The assistant news director directs weekly team meetings, helps establish team goals, manages a budget and may also act as a reporter, co-anchor or associate producer.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-production:
1. Works with the executive director to develop the weekly telecast.
2. Works with the executive director in acquiring studio guests, taped features and satellite material.
3. Provides supervision and leadership to feature reporters, talent coordinator and co-anchor.
4. May assist with pre-interviews of confirmed guests.
5. Writes and edits scripts.
6. May write, shoot and edit feature segments.
7. Works with the executive director on long range planning.
8. Distributes assignments to team members.

Production:
1. Produces live telecasts by timing segments and making adjustments to keep the show balanced.
2. Works with the director to make rundown changes during the live telecast.
3. Assists anchors through IFB communication during live telecast.

Post-production:
1. Participates in weekly feedback sessions.

REQUIREMENTS
The following criteria will be used to evaluate candidates. Candidates must have six of the following:
1. Previous experience with the Studio One programming team.
2. Some experience with a media organization.
3. Successful completion of courses that relate to this job description.
4. Strong communication and organizational skills.
5. Experience in a leadership role.
6. The ability to represent Studio One in a professional manner during all phases of production.
7. Ability to write, shoot and edit videotape.
8. Ability to resolve conflict in a positive manner.
9. Experience with computers and software.

In addition, candidates must be available for approximately 10 hours a week, including the following times:

Mondays 4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Wednesdays 4:00 - 4:30 P.M.
Thursdays 2:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Fridays 8:00 - 10:15 A.M.

Hours are subject to change depending on circumstances. The producer is a non-paid position. Applicants who are available for both fall and spring semester are preferred, but consideration will be given to qualified candidates that are only available for one semester.

Co-Anchor

JOB DESCRIPTION
The co-anchor works as a cast member and assistant to the program anchor. The co-anchor conducts research, coordinates guest appearances, conducts pre-interviews, writes, and anchors segments of the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-production:
1. Assists the producer in acquiring studio guests, taped features and satellite material.
2. Works with the executive director to provide research material for program segments.
3. Pre-interviews potential guests.
4. Develops interview questions and gathers information to produce a guest interview.
5. Works with guests to provide information about graphics, props or video that may be part of the interview segment.
6. Writes and edits scripts.
7. Calls guests the night before the show to confirm segment details.

Production:
1. Briefs guests before they appear on the live telecast.
2. Anchors segments as assigned by the executive director.
3. Assists the producer to make rundown and segment changes during the live telecast.

Post-production:
1. Works with the executive director to improve show elements.
2. Sends follow up materials to guests, such as thank you cards and tapes.
3. Participates in weekly feedback sessions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The co-anchor is required to follow the guidelines established by the executive directors for on-camera presentation. Anchors will not alter their appearance without first seeking approval from their team leader. Team leaders will not approve the following: visibly pierced facial parts with body rings; drastic changes in hair color; drastic changes in hair length, including hair extensions; and/or facial tattoos. The co-anchor will be expected to read copy and accurately pronounce words at a style and rate consistent with national broadcast standards. In addition, the co-anchor cannot publicly endorse products, services or political campaigns.

REQUIREMENTS
1. Ability to remain positive during challenging situations.
2. Ability to work in a team situation.
3. Strong communication and organizational skills.

PREFERENCES
The following skills and related job experience are preferred in candidates, but are not required:
1. Some experience as a print, television or radio reporter.
2. Successful completion of courses that relate to this job description.
3. Experience in a leadership role.
4. Ability to project a professional presence on television.
5. Ability to write, shoot and edit videotape.
6. Experience with computers and software.

In addition, candidates must be available for approximately 10 hours a week, including the following times:

Mondays 4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Thursdays 2:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Fridays 8:00 - 9:00 A.M.

Hours are subject to change depending on circumstances. The co-anchor is a non-paid position. Applicants who are available for both fall and spring semester are preferred, but consideration will be given to qualified candidates that are only available for one semester.