Media Archivist Intern (summer 2026).

WKRG-TV

Mobile, Alabama, US
Not specified; unpyid position
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 strengthen technical video skills while contributing to the migration of historic local news stories to a searchable electronic archive.
  • Selected interns will engage in regular meetings with journalists to identify engaging archive material for potential inclusion in news stories, specials, and documentaries.

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

Not specified; Unpaid position

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • handling and inspecting photographs
  • transferring and inventorying film
  • cataloging and preserving video tapes
  • tagging material and managing metadata
  • organization of audio-visual collections

Nice-to-have

  • strong communication skills
  • creative storytelling abilities
  • video technical skills
  • interest in local history
  • ability to work in a team environment

Key Requirements

  • previous experience handling audio/visual materials
  • training in proper preservation techniques
  • understanding of metadata tagging and management
  • availability for in-person work in Mobile, AL
  • academic credit eligibility preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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