Job Title
WUNC Student Youth Reporter, Temporary & Part-time
Company
University of North Carolina
Job Description
WUNC Youth Reporting is opening up our highly competitive and award-winning youth radio journalism training program to youth reporting alumni, high school and college students, ages 18-25. Black, Latinx Indigenous, and all students of color (BI-POC) are encouraged to apply. An intermediate level of journalism experience is required. Participants will learn and sharpen skills in radio journalism, interact with our diverse group of youth reporting alumni in various stages of their careers, build relationships with youth across the state of North Carolina, and connect to a platform that will amplify their work and voice. Selected participants will have the chance to produce a radio story for broadcast.As a participant, you will gain access to training sessions along with that will expand your understanding of the reporting process. In addition to focusing on pitching and editing for a feature story, we will hone in on other elements of the news reporting process from digital journalism to long-form storytelling. Along with receiving one-on-one training from WUNC’s Director of New Talent and Community partnerships, you will also have the chance to interact with journalism instructors, and professional reporters.The program will begin Monday, June 3rd, and run until Friday, August 9th. Participants will be paid $17/hour and should designate 10-15 hours a week to work towards a production deadline. Students are expected to join every training session. Students will work in a hybrid format, with daily meetings occurring Monday-Thursday from 12pm to 4pm. There will be multiple opportunities for in-person training at our Durham studio location; this is where we will skill-build and get hands-on with our stories.Applications will be open until April 15th. Interviews will be held from April 22nd – May 3and our Welcome Orientation will launch on Monday, June 3 at 4:00pm.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceDemonstrated possession of competencies necessary to perform the work. An intermediate level of journalism experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceHigh school students are encouraged to apply.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesNot Applicable.
Special InstructionsThere are limited spots, so we would like to get to know as much as we can before we make a final decision. Candidates should be prepared provide a Current Resume/CV, cover letter, and a link to any relevant work and/or social media presence in the “Other Upload” document.By applying, you represent to WUNC Public Radio that the personal information you provided is true and accurate. Unless otherwise required by law or University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill policy, WUNC Public Radio will keep confidential any personal information you are required to submit to sign-up to participate in the Youth Radio training and will not disclose that information to any person other than employees and agents of WUNC Public Radio as may be necessary in the administration of the Youth Radio initiative.
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Temporary Employment PoliciesPosting Contact InformationOffice of Human Resources Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.eduPlease note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.Optional and Required DocumentsRequired Documents * Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other Document
Optional DocumentsSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Where did you first learn about this position?(Open Ended Question) * * Please provide 3 story pitches. The pitches should focus on–“Who is doing what? And why should we care about this now?”. Include at least 3 people you would interview, and what they would contribute to your radio story. Brainstorm how this story may look on social media: What sound and photo opportunities will work well with this story.(Open Ended Question) * * WUNC aims to foster a learning environment that draws from a wide variety of perspectives and experiences. How will your personal experiences change the ways in which you share other voices and experiences in this program?
Expected Salary
$17 per hour
Location
North Carolina
Job Posting Date
Sun, 17 Mar 2024 06:48:28 GMT