Internship - Fundraising Production

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is your local source for television and radio -

BTPM PBS, BTPM KIDS, BTPM Create, BTPM NPR, BTPM Classical, and BTPM The Bridge!

We reach Western New York and Southern Ontario and can be streamed from your favorite device.

Engaging our communities through exploration and entertainment-everywhere.

We're looking for our next Fundraising Production Intern
!

What you'll be doing:

The Fundraising Production intern will assist the Associate Fundraising Producer and Executive Fundraising Producer with many aspects of live fundraising designed to meet revenue and membership engagement goals. The intern will gain experience in various areas of the development, pre-production, production and post-production of live fundraising across our family of stations. Hours are flexible and work may be hybrid - a blend of remote and in-office work.

In summary, this individual will:

• Work with the Fundraising Producer to create seasonal strategies on-air scripts, web/app graphics, and content for fundraising efforts on TV and radio
• Assist with the coordination of fundraising needs with members of other departments
• Work on live production equipment - teleprompter, studio cameras, headsets, graphics interface, etc.
• Work on live remote fundraising efforts in the WNY/Southern Ontario communities across all BTPM stations
• Assist with the set-up and take down of various aspects of the pledge production set/studios
• Develop leadership and producer styles and skills
• Provide administrative support to the Pledge department when needed

What you'll need:

• Enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in or related field
  - * must be qualifying for college/university course credit, documentation required
• Familiarity and general interest in fundraising, live television & radio production, or marketing preferred
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office or similar programs
• Creative, approachable, team-focused, professional demeanor

Why BTPM?

Because we're awesome! You won't find a better group of talented, energetic people dedicated to quality content and reaching the various communities of our region. We are proud of our culture, and you will gain the best experience when interning with us! No coffee-fetchers or copy-masters need apply...we want you to have a meaningful experience and bring a fresh perspective to the organization!

* This is an unpaid internship for course credit from an accredited college/university program. Internship documentation or agreement from the school is required.

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through belonging and inclusion.