What are the responsibilities and job description for the WDAV Summer Radio Experience Internship position at Davidson College?
WDAV Summer Radio Experience Internship
Basic Function: Ready to explore the behind-the-curtain work of a non-profit? WDAV Classical Public Radio is seeking a qualified student who wants to learn the ins and outs of non-profit work. The WDAV Radio Experience Summer Intern will receive hands-on experience in various areas of station operations, including: administration, membership, digital media, marketing, underwriting, and production. This internship provides an opportunity to explore the "back office," community relations, and broadcast aspects of non-profit work, specifically as it relates to classical music and public media. Training in all relevant work areas will be provided.
Duties may include:
- Checking recorded voice tracks
- Creating SoundExchange Reporting
- Updating playlists for our Concierto program
- Posting content to the Concierto social media platforms
- Creating, editing, and submitting new content for WDAV digital platforms
- Creating, editing, and submitting content for weekly e-news
- Attending meetings as assigned
- Learning how to effectively use social media for business
- Data management and analytics
- Conducting research/reporting findings
- Planning of programs and events
- Other duties as assigned
The Ideal Candidate:
- Demonstrates a spirit of curiosity
- Loves learning
- Demonstrates an interest in non-profit work
- Is an effective writer with a pleasing/readable style
- Should be comfortable with prioritizing projects and tasks
- Demonstrates efficiency in their work
- Looks for creative solutions to problems/issues
- Can transition easily between highly varied tasks and projects
- Is extremely reliable, pays attention to detail
- Can work independently/remotely with minimal supervision
- Is a social media user
- Is an excellent interpersonal communicator
- Understands the value in a diverse and inclusive workplace
Working Conditions: Office work. Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision. This position may require evening and weekend work depending on events scheduled.
Please submit:
1) an online application
2) a current resume
3) cover letter
4) Writing Sample #1 - A sample blog post that mimics the style of WDAV's blog "Of Note" - 500 or fewer words
5) Writing Sample #2 - A sample social media post with one photograph and fewer than 200 characters - please see WDAV's social media accounts for examples.
As a part of your application materials, a resume, cover letter and two writing samples are required. Information about how to submit the application documents can be found at https://employment.davidson.edu
Davidson is strongly committed to achieving excellence and cultural diversity, and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, and others who would bring additional dimensions to the college's mission.
