Media Archivist Intern (summer 2026).

WKRG TV

Mobile, Alabama, US
Unpyid
Handling and inspecting photographs
Transferring and inventorying film
Cataloging and preserving video tapes
The intern will assist in processing and preserving the 70+ year legacy of News 5 coverage by organizing and dubbing various formats of videotapes and film

Job Summary

  • The intern will assist in processing and preserving the 70+ year legacy of News 5 coverage by organizing and dubbing various formats of videotapes and film.
  • This role offers a unique opportunity to migrate a vault of local news stories to a unified, searchable electronic archive while strengthening technical video skills.
  • Selected interns will engage in regular meetings with journalists to provide progress reports and identify engaging archive material for potential inclusion in news programs.

Matching Summary

The intern will assist in processing and preserving the 70+ year legacy of News 5 coverage by organizing and dubbing various formats of videotapes and film.

Salary

Unpaid

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • handling and inspecting photographs
  • transferring and inventorying film
  • cataloging and preserving video tapes
  • tagging material and managing metadata
  • creating data templates in archive system

Nice-to-have

  • strong communication skills
  • creative storytelling abilities
  • written and visual skills
  • interest in local history
  • ability to work in a fun environment

Key Requirements

  • previous experience handling audio/visual materials
  • understanding of proper tagging and metadata entry
  • availability for in-person work in Mobile, AL
  • willingness to obtain academic credit if required
  • transportation to the Mobile, Alabama studio

Work Rights

Not specified

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