About the role#
WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, is hiring a Creative Services intern for Summer 2026. This team manages the branding and promotional development for the station. You will gain a practical understanding of how a television Creative Services department operates while working in a professional environment.
What you'll do#
- Draft copy for the station, the nightly newsmagazine show Chronicle, and other special news segments.
- Observe live newscasts and editing sessions.
- Learn to write and produce effective news topical promotion.
- Assist with promotional and commercial shoots in the studio and on location.
- Support the production of public service announcements to learn about the station's community involvement.
- Explore how broadcast and digital marketing strategies function.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program related to Communications, Media Studies, or Marketing.
- An interest in applying writing and communication skills to television production.
- A desire to learn the daily responsibilities of a Creative Services department.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship based in Manchester, New Hampshire.
- The position is full-time and paid.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Hearst Television
Hearst Television operates 35 television stations and two radio stations across the United States. Based in New York, the company reaches 21 million households and maintains web and mobile platforms with 25 million monthly unique visitors. It functions as a privately held organization with over 4,000 employees. The company focuses on news, sales, marketing, engineering, and production.
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