About the role#
The News Producer Intern position at WLEX in Lexington, Kentucky, offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in broadcast journalism. This program is designed for students or individuals interested in learning the operations of a newsroom by working alongside producers, reporters, and anchors.
What you'll do#
- Gain exposure to the broadcast news industry.
- Write and create broadcast and digital content for WLEX.
- Perform assigned duties related to the internship program.
- Develop professional skills based on the area of support and other assigned tasks.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A strong desire to learn more about the broadcast journalism industry.
- The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- The ability to follow directions accurately.
- Preferred majors include Communications, Journalism, or Media Studies.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is an unpaid internship.
About The E.W. Scripps Company
The E.W. Scripps Company operates as a diversified media business based in Cincinnati. It manages over 60 local television stations across more than 40 markets. The company also produces national news and entertainment content through brands like Scripps News, ION, and Bounce. It maintains the largest broadcast spectrum holdings in the United States and oversees the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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