Sports MMJ Intern, WLEX

Job Description

Sports MMJ Intern, WLEX | LEX18 / The E.W. Scripps Company

The Tone:
This is an internship at LEX18, located in Lexington, Kentucky. LEX18 is the E.W. Scripps Company’s NBC affiliate, part of a diversified media company focused on creating connection through quality, objective local journalism across more than 60 stations. This role is vital for engaging one of the most dedicated fan bases in college athletics, focusing on Big Blue Nation coverage. The internship provides a foundational experience in sports journalism, contributing directly to local sports content and the development of aspiring broadcasters.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Limited duration
• Location: In-person, Lexington, KY

• Team: Sports team
• Mission: To tell compelling stories for Kentucky Wildcats fans and cover local teams and athletes across multiple platforms, focusing on Big Blue Nation.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Create: Produce compelling sports content for LEX18’s broadcast and digital platforms.
• Collaborate: Work alongside the experienced sports team to shoot, write, and edit engaging content.
• Cover: Report on local teams and athletes, being at the heart of the action in Lexington.
• Learn: Gain direct exposure to the broadcast sports journalism industry and develop relevant skills.
• Execute: Perform assigned duties as they relate to the internship’s objectives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career, actively seeking to learn about the broadcast sports journalism industry; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Not applicable, as this is an internship intended to provide initial hands-on experience for a limited duration.
• Skills: Strong desire to learn more about the industry; Ability to work effectively with a team; Capability to follow directions.