The Straits Times offers an exciting opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced newsroom working on news and feature videos. As a video intern, you will contribute to long- and short-form videos for platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. This internship is designed to provide exposure to professional video journalism in a "real-world working environment." Depending on your role, you will gain skills in writing, research and video production (shooting and editing) while being guided by experienced video producers in a dynamic newsroom.
We are looking to hire interns in various roles such as research, producing, filming, video editing and motion graphics.
Research: Assist in research for stories and news, gather information, data and quotes from various sources.
Writing and producing: Assist in ideation and conceptualisation of videos.
Contribute to the process including conducting interviews and scripting.
Production: Film on cameras and phones.
Assist with setting up and operating lights, audio and camera equipment.
Shoots range from single to multi-cam setups.
Video editing: Edit videos following the producer's brief, edit script and creative direction.
Work with multiple elements including footage, b-roll, music, graphics, visual and sound effects.
Digest feedback, make changes and deliver video edits independently.
Work primarily with Adobe Premiere Pro.
Motion graphics: Collaborate with the team to develop visual styles that align with project objectives. Conceptualise, design and create motion graphics that enhances storytelling in videos.
Work across 2D, 3D and mixed-media motion styles.
Work primarily with After Effects (or similar) to create animations, titles, and effects. S
Skill sets required to perform the role ● Skills: ○ Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. ○ Ability to write clearly, concisely and engagingly. ○ Good research and analytical skills. ○ Works independently and also collaborates well in a team. ○ Versatile and experiments with different storytelling formats.
○ Technical skills in filming, video editing and/or motion graphics are preferred.
● Competencies: ○ Curious, strong critical thinking with a POV and problem-solving abilities. ○ Excellent organisational and time management skills. ○ Ability to handle feedback and apply constructively. ○ Strong interest in news and current affairs, aware of the latest trends. ○ Ability to host or present in front of camera is a plus.
● Qualifications: ○ Currently pursuing a degree or recently graduated in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media or a related field preferred.
○ Strong interest in video journalism and visual storytelling.
○ Able to work in a fast-paced newsroom and flexible hours (including evenings and weekends when required).
○ Able to commit to at least 3 months or more, in a 5-day work from office arrangement.
○ Prior content creation experience or a creative portfolio is a bonus. D. Training Guidelines-Indicate onboarding, training and development support the intern will be getting during the internship
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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