Podcast Production Intern
Organization Overview
Breach the Surface is a 501(c)3 organization improving ocean literacy through inclusive and equitable marine conservation education. Shockingly, an estimate 35% of United States K-12 youth can’t identify a single ocean-related issue. Since its incorporation in 2020, Breach the Surface has introduced an array of programs that address this ocean literacy gaps while providing educators and youth with free ocean conservation educational resources.
Position Overview
Our student-led podcast Shellphone is looking for a Podcast Production Intern! In this role the intern will gain real industry experience while working with editors, our student hosts, and guests in a podcast studio environment to produce captivating episodes. The Podcast Production Intern will work on all pre and post-production phases of the podcast alongside our leadership team.
Primary Functions
The programs you will be involved with include:
- Podcast pre/post-production for our podcast Shellphone. Manage guest speakers, draft scripts, and come along as we record podcasts at our studio space in Coastal Creative,
- Conduct in-depth research to both identify prospective sponsorship opportunities and guests with specific interest in Breach the Surface’s work,
- Support with development of the podcast, including supporting toolkits,
- Support with writing and proofreading concept scripts, proposals, and reports,
- Support with data and stats to improve reach and views,
- Interact with current and potential guests and partners,
- Support with Shellphone fundraising efforts and goals.
Additional programs all inters may be involved with include:
- Co-facilitate educational programs and lesson plans for local school groups and clubs,
- Facilitate virtual webinars,
- Participate in local cleanups with Tampa/ St. Petersburg-based organizations as a data analysis,
- Policy/advocacy work including joining local coalition calls etc…
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess many, if not all, of the following qualifications:
- Willingness to learn and educate others,
- Knowledge of in-studio work and set-up is a plus,
- Previous work with video, audio editing, and software is a plus,
- Strong interpersonal communication skills in person, on the phone, and in writing,
- Knowledge in environmental sciences (especially marine) is a plus,
- Be able to perform outdoors, sometimes under direct sunlight or light rain,
- Lift heavy objects as needed including lights, cameras, trifolds, and other media supplies (you will always have a buddy to help you),
- A commitment of 6-12 hours per week,
- A strong commitment to marine conservation.
Term of Employment: 14-16 weeks
Compensation: This is an unpaid internship (travel expenses may be compensated).
Other: Intern, must supply their own computer and internet access.
Location: This is a hybrid position and may involve travel with St. Petersburg, Fl.
Reports To:
Programs Manager and/or Director
To Apply:
- Please send your resume with 3 professional references and a cover letter to: jobs@breachthesurface.org.
- To ensure your submission is properly routed, use the subject line: “Breach the Surface Spring/Summer 2024 Podcast Manager Internship”
- If your school uses Handshake or any other private application system, you may apply there.
- Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled; however, preference will be given to applications received by the end of April, 2024.
Breach the Surface is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.