About the role#
The Petra Mayer Memorial Fellowship supports the NPR Culture News Team. This fellowship honors the legacy of Petra Mayer by providing hands-on experience in public service journalism, media ethics, and multi-platform production. You will work alongside professionals on the Books We Love and Book of the Day projects.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research for critical stories and long-term projects.
- Assist with the production, diversity tracking, and research for Books We Love.
- Research and pull tape for reporters while laying up audio stories.
- Produce digital pages for stories and reviews.
- Write headlines and select art for digital publication.
- Assist with social media promotion.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Communications, Journalism, English, Media Studies, Civil Engineering, or History.
- Basic research, reporting, and writing skills.
- A voracious appetite for books and pop culture.
- Intermediate social media proficiency.
- Strong time management skills.
- Basic radio production experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, 20-week position.
- The role is hybrid, requiring a few days per week in the Washington, D.C. office.
- You must reside in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia to be eligible.
About NPR
NPR produces and distributes broadcast media content. Founded in 1970, the nonprofit organization maintains 17 international bureaus and a network of journalists. It serves a public audience through radio, digital platforms, and podcasts. The company is based in Washington, DC and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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