GRAY MEDIA TRAINING PROGRAM FALL '26 - WSMV

About Gray Media

Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. The company serves 117 full-power television markets, reaching approximately 37% of US television households. Its portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. Gray Media also owns the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 46 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients advanced digital marketing strategies and products. Additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WSMV

WSMV is seeking dynamic individuals to join its team of journalists in Nashville, one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. As Nashville’s first station, WSMV leads in breaking news and weather coverage. Nashville offers a vibrant lifestyle with great food, outdoor trails, and proximity to major cities like Charlotte and Atlanta, making it an ideal place to grow your career.

The Training Program

This is a high-octane, 10-week immersive experience where you don’t just learn the job—you own it. The Gray Media Training Program is designed for aspiring media professionals ready to step into real-world roles, including producers, reporters, meteorologists, and sales executives. The intern rate of pay ranges from your state's minimum wage to $15.00/hr.

Responsibilities

• Own the role: Step into the shoes of a producer, MMJ, meteorologist, or media sales executive and handle real-world assignments that may go on air and online.
• Drive digital engagement: Create content for social media, streaming apps, and web stories as part of a digital-first approach.
• Collaborate with pros: Work alongside seasoned industry veterans to gain insights and experience.
• Commit to the craft: Dedicate 25 hours per week for 10 weeks to master your specialty and build a professional-grade portfolio.
• Make an impact: Tell stories that matter to the community or help local businesses grow through innovative media strategies.
• Build your future: Position yourself for full-time career opportunities within Gray Media’s network of 117 stations.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a college or university (Junior or Senior status preferred).
• A "doer" mindset: Willingness to take initiative and get hands-on experience.
• Digital savvy: Understanding of media across platforms, from television to digital and mobile.
• Strong work ethic: Urgency, organization, and a "can-do" attitude.
• Communication skills: Ability to tell a story, pitch an idea, or explain concepts with clarity and confidence.
• Reliability: Commitment to the full 10-week program and 25-hour weekly schedule.
• Passion for local media and community impact.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university, preferably as a Junior or Senior.
• Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, News, Sports, or a related field.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the local media industry.

Focus of the Internship

This position will be dedicated to Today In Nashville, a lifestyle program featuring daily guests from local community organizations, non-profits, chefs, bartenders, businesses, artists, authors, and live music. The internship will center around everything it takes to produce a daily lifestyle show.

Available Departments

• News/MMJ (currently seeking)
• Lifestyle Show (currently seeking)
• News Production
• Sports
• Weather
• Engineering
• Creative Services
• Marketing
• Sales

Benefits

• Real-world experience: Graduate with tangible experience and a professional portfolio.
• Unprecedented access: Join a network of 113 stations across the U.S. leading the future of media.
• Career fast-track: The program is designed as an audition for full-time roles within Gray Media.
• Paid training: Earn while you learn through this paid internship.
• A culture of innovation: Be part of a company evolving at the forefront of the media industry.

Pay

The intern rate of pay ranges from your state's minimum wage to $15.00/hr.

Schedule

Interns are expected to commit to 25 hours per week for the 10-week duration of the program.