Summer Intern, Witness Doc - Part-Time (R-2021-12-227)
Position Type: Internship
Session: Summer 2022
Location: Remote
SiriusXM and Pandora have joined together to create the leading audio entertainment company in the U.S. Together, we are uniquely positioned to lead a new era of audio entertainment by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio experiences to millions of listeners -- in the car, at home and on the go. Our talent, content, technology and innovation continue to be at the forefront, and we want you to be a part of it! SiriusXM + Pandora interns don't make coffee. They're on-air, writing code, working on projects and making valuable contributions to the company. Join our internship program and learn about the world of audio entertainment and get hands-on experience in your field of study.
Position Summary:
Stitcher is seeking an intern interested in making and managing podcast projects. This person will be part of the Witness Docs team, responsible for bold documentary-style podcasts that rely on sharp reporting and compelling storytelling.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Learn and contribute to operations for Stitcher’s slate of documentary podcasts that range from gripping serials to narrative-based interview shows.
- Help production teams by researching sources, sending booking requests, preparing background research for hosts, looking for archival materials, cutting tape, etc.
- Assist with the team in marketing, launching and managing shows.
- Participate in team meetings and creative collaboration.
- Perform other duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Minimum Qualifications:
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
- Internships are open to current students enrolled at a university and recent graduates who graduated within the 12-month period prior to the start of the internship.
- Current or previous enrollment in communications classes preferred.
- Prior internship or working experience in podcasting/audio preferred.
- Experience with digital media systems a plus.
Requirements and General Skills:
- Familiarity with SiriusXM and Stitcher programming and a passion for podcasts is a must.
- A commitment to curiosity, thoughtful and inclusive storytelling.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with your supervisor.
- Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects.
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, energetic, independent and responsive to feedback.
- Attention to detail and strict adherence to the highest journalistic standards and ethics.
- Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
Technical Skills:
- Thorough knowledge of document creation/management system like MS-Office or Google Suite.
- Experience with audio editing software (ProTools, Hindenburg, Adobe Audition, etc) preferred, but not required.
- Ability to embrace and learn internal project management tools and systems.
Please note that all SiriusXM internships are paid.
Our goal at SiriusXM+Pandora is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM+Pandora is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.