This internship primarily consists of video editing for social media platforms; encoding, formatting, and organizing digital video files; creating/formatting graphics; using a content management system (CMS) for updating websites; and attending filming shoots when possible. APT seeks to provide a solid educational experience to participants by broadening their understanding of public television and every level of professional digital media production.

Responsibilities may include:

• Reformatting videos for use on Social Media platforms.
• Exporting files in a variety of formats for digital distribution.
• Creating graphics and other content for web, social and mobile platforms.
• Assisting with the loading of finished web materials using WordPress CMS.
• Video production assistance on location.
• Creating a final project that will help learn/build skills in areas that the student is interested in, to be discussed and outlined at the beginning of the internship.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL:

The ideal candidate will be a Digital Media, Film/TV, Communications, or Digital Marketing major at a nearby university. They should have strong computer and troubleshooting skills and be able to work independently in a technical environment with little supervision. Basic working knowledge of Final Cut X and Adobe Creative Cloud required. Canva and Sprout Social experience a plus.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE:

The internship is based in Birmingham, AL. The duration of internships will be one academic grading period. In the summer, the length of the internship shall be no less than six weeks and no longer than three months. A minimum of 150 hours is required to complete the internship. Interns should have some availability between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Hours are flexible, and we’ll work with you to accommodate class schedules. Interns can expect to work 15-20 hours per week.

INTERNSHIP DATES: (length of internships may vary)

• Spring: January - April (application deadline: October 1)
• Summer: May - August (application deadline: March 1)
• Fall: September - December (application deadline: June 1)