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WLS-TV (ABC7) Programming, Promotion & Publicity Intern, Summer-Fall 2025

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The Walt Disney Company

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Creative Arts & Fashion
    Media & Journalism
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be proficient in Adobe Premiere and MS Office, have strong writing skills, be enrolled in a relevant major, and be available part-time in Chicago from June 2025 to January 2026.
  • You will assist in production tasks, write press releases, create content for promos, pitch story ideas, and support social media for a weekly talk show while gaining exposure across multiple departments.

Requirements

  • Proficiency with video editing in Adobe Premiere
  • Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Attention to detail, exacting standards, and outstanding organization skills
  • Strong writing skills
  • Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or related major
  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
  • Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • The approximate dates of this internship are June 2025 through January 2026
  • Availability to work part-time hours (approximately 20 hours per week) Monday - Friday for the duration of the internship.
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration of internship program in the Chicago, IL area
  • Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work in the Chicago, IL area

Responsibilities

  • Our Creative Services internship program is very hands-on. As our intern you will gain knowledge and real-world experience in production, post-production, promotion writing, and digital media marketing. You will also be helping the station’s public relations, writing press releases, talent bios, creating internal newsletter and proof reading.
  • You will learn from both promotion producers and programming producers on how to create promos and content for special programs and “Local-ish”. You will have the opportunity to pitch story ideas to the programming team and you will be responsible for shepherding various projects through to completion. You will get the chance to work on our weekly talk show, “Windy City Weekend”, where you will help with social media and other production tasks involved with getting a weekly show on the air. As our intern you will gain exposure to multiple departments at the station, including News, Digital, Programming, Promotion, Production and Publicity.
  • Video editing experience is essential.

FAQs

What is the role of the WLS-TV (ABC7) Programming, Promotion & Publicity Intern?

The intern will gain knowledge and real-world experience in production, post-production, promotion writing, and digital media marketing, assist with public relations tasks, and work on various projects including the weekly talk show, “Windy City Weekend.”

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must have proficiency with video editing in Adobe Premiere, MS Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), strong writing skills, and attention to detail with outstanding organizational skills.

What is the expected duration and schedule for the internship?

The internship is expected to run from June 2025 through January 2026, requiring availability to work approximately 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Are there any specific educational requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants should be majoring or have completed coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or a related field.

Is previous experience in video editing necessary for this position?

Yes, video editing experience, particularly with Adobe Premiere, is essential for this internship.

What should candidates include in their application?

Candidates should provide a link to a portfolio of work samples on their resume, if applicable, and include a password if necessary.

Is housing provided as part of this internship?

No, interns must provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Chicago, IL area.

Will interns receive compensation during this internship?

Yes, the pay rate for this role is $18.00 per hour.

Is there a preference for candidates with specific work authorization?

Yes, candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization to be eligible for this internship.

Can candidates who have previously participated in any Disney internship apply?

Candidates who have participated in a Disney internship may only work for one consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.

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