Television News Photographer Intern

Television News Photographer Intern
WINK News | Fort Myers, Florida

Position Overview
WINK News is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Television News Photographer Intern to join our award-winning newsroom. This hands-on internship offers an opportunity to gain real-world experience in television news photography, video editing, and visual storytelling while working alongside experienced broadcast journalists.
The ideal candidate is creative, eager to learn, dependable, and passionate about journalism and video production. Interns will have the opportunity to develop technical skills, participate in daily news coverage, and gain valuable insight into the fast-paced environment of a professional television newsroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist news photographers and reporters in capturing video for daily newscasts, breaking news, special reports, and feature stories.
• Learn to operate professional broadcast cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and other field production gear.
• Gain hands-on experience shooting and editing video for television and digital platforms.
• Accompany experienced photographers and reporters on news assignments and assist with field production.
• Learn techniques for visual storytelling, including composition, lighting, sequencing, and natural sound.
• Assist with setting up live shots, interviews, and other on-location productions.
• Work with newsroom staff to understand how video supports accurate, compelling news coverage.
• Help organize and maintain camera equipment and video files.
• Participate in newsroom meetings, training opportunities, and collaborative projects.
• Follow WINK News editorial standards, safety procedures, and professional journalism practices.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in journalism, communications, broadcasting, film, video production, or a related field.
• Strong interest in television news, photography, and visual storytelling.
• Basic familiarity with video cameras and editing software, or a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to take direction, accept feedback, and develop new skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced newsroom and changing assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or hands-on experience in video production, photography, broadcast journalism, or related areas.
• Experience producing video content for student media, school projects, social media, or personal portfolios.
• Interest in learning about live television production and breaking news coverage.
• Basic understanding of camera composition, lighting, and audio recording.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a professional television newsroom.
• Training and mentorship from experienced news photographers and journalists.
• Opportunities to develop camera operation, video editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Exposure to breaking news, daily news coverage, live broadcasts, and special projects.
• Experience working collaboratively with reporters, producers, anchors, and newsroom leadership.
• Opportunities to build a professional video portfolio and develop skills for a future career in broadcast journalism.
• A better understanding of newsroom operations, editorial decision-making, and television news production.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry camera equipment and production gear up to 40–50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work for extended periods in studio and field environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
• Ability to travel to field assignments with newsroom staff.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

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