The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel features department is seeking an intern to work as an online entertainment producer. In this role, the intern will work closely with the Interactive Entertainment Producer and the features department team in the daily production and development of Tap Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s entertainment website. Job responsibilities may include: posting stories online and creating complementary content; creating photo and multimedia packages; recording and editing audio and video packages; building and maintaining special sections; managing social media accounts; working with reporters and editors on enhancing stories for the Web; promoting reader participation, and more. The ideal candidate must have a passion for entertainment news, pop culture and interactive media. This person should have a thorough understanding of good journalism and how to produce it online. Strong organizational, communication and collaborative abilities are important. The candidate should also possess knowledge of and comfort with computers and web tools and programs, including content management systems, social media, Photoshop, HTML, video and audio editing tools, Flash.
Contact Jill Williams, Deputy Managing Editor/Features, Entertainment & New Products 414-224-2349, jwilliams@journalsentinel.com.
Applications are due April 24 and should include cover letter, clips – print or video and references.