BLACKstream

The National Black Programming Consortium (NBPC) was founded in 1979 and is dedicated to developing black digital authorship and distributing unique stories of the black experience in the new media age. Since 1991 NBPC has invested over $7 million dollars in iconic documentary productions for public television; trained, mentored, and supported a diverse array of producers who create content about contemporary black experiences; and emerged as a leader in the evolving next-media landscape through its annual New Media Institute and New Media Institute: Africa programs. NBPC also distributes engaging content online through its social media portal Blackpublicmedia.Org, an online home for enlightening black digital content and engagement.

We are looking for self-motivated individuals with excellent communication and writing skills and keen attention to detail to assist in the areas of video editing, social networking, graphic design and general administrative support. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the following websites to learn about NBPC’s work: www.nbpc.tv and www.blackpublicmedia.org.

 Interns must commit to a minimum of 12-16 hours per week. Internships are unpaid; college credit can be arranged. Travel stipend available. All interns are required to attend a one-hour orientation session.

Responsibilities
This is a great opportunity for the right candidate(s) to gain experience in NBPC’s daily behind-the-scenes work. The intern(s) will assist the programs department with video editing, social networking, graphic design and general administrative support.

•    video editing, digitizing footage, content research, assembly of footage for edits
•    source material archiving
•    graphic design of postcards and flyers
•    social networking via Facebook and Twitter
•    flyer distribution and promotion of community screening events
•    filing, copying and other administrative tasks
•    website moderation

Interns must be able to work 12-16 hours a week between 10:00 and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at the National Black Programming Consortium’s office, located at 68 E 131st Street, 7th floor, New York, NY 10037.

Qualifications
We are seeking 2-3 detail-oriented and well-organized interns with an interest in black public media and either or all of the following: video production, social networking, web and print design.

Application
To apply, please submit the following materials to jobs@nbpc.tv:

• résumé

• cover letter detailing your availability and your interest in NBPC

Internships are available for the fall, spring and summer semesters.

The National Black Programming Consortium is an equal opportunity employer.