Posted On: August 9, 2016
Fellowship
Media Organization: Nexus Media
Company Description
Nexus Media is a syndicated newswire covering climate, energy, politics, art and culture.
Job Description
Climate Nexus is a strategic nonprofit communications group dedicated to highlighting the impacts of climate change and clean energy solutions, both domestically and internationally.
For our Nexus Media Reporting Fellow, we are seeking a highly motivated college graduate who is interested in telling stories relating to climate change and getting experience in digital and video journalism. The fellow will create online content for Nexus Media , a syndicated newswire covering climate and energy. Experience will include pitching stories, writing articles, editing video, and light camera work. The goal is to have the fellow hone his or her skills in research, writing and video production, while creating digital content for commercial media audiences. The position is based in New York City and open to applicants with an undergraduate or advanced degree.
The Fellowship lasts for nine months and runs from mid-September through mid-June 2017, although dates are slightly flexible. Interviews will take place in August.
OUR ISSUES
We work with leading climate scientists, national and international NGOs, public and academic institutions, business, medical, faith and scientific leaders, economists, and grassroots activists to enrich public understanding of climate change and showcase solutions.
Applicants should possess the following characteristics:
Proven interest in climate science and policy
Strong research skills
Ability to write crisp, clean copy
Diligent work ethic and attention to detail
Ability to work with a team
A flexible work schedule—expect to work some early mornings and late evenings
Other desired qualifications include:
Experience communicating complex science to general audiences
Experience or education in journalism
Experience or education in film production
DETAILS
Fellows must be able to work 40 hours/week Monday-Friday on a roughly 9-5 schedule, with occasional morning and evening work as the news cycle demands.
Compensation: $15/hour
For more information, visit climatenexus.org and nexusmediastudios.com
To Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to fellowship@climatenexus.org with “Nexus Media Fellowship” in the subject line.
We accept applications on a rolling basis. We will conduct interviews in mid to late August. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot reply to all submissions. We will contact applicants directly with requests for interviews. Please do not inquire about the status of your application.
Climate Nexus is a sponsored project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA). RPA is an equal opportunity employer.