Are you an experienced print journalist looking to transition into the dynamic world of broadcast news? The Scripps Journalism Career Program, also known as the Scripps Journalism Journey Initiative (JJI), offers a unique opportunity to pivot your skills and embark on a thriving career in video-driven storytelling. Backed by Google, this multiyear initiative by The E.W. Scripps Company is specifically designed to equip seasoned print journalists like you with the tools and support needed to excel in modern broadcast newsrooms.
This comprehensive program goes beyond basic training. The Scripps Journalism Career Program provides an immersive experience that includes:
- Mentorship: Guidance from industry veterans to navigate the nuances of broadcast journalism.
- Job Shadowing: Real-world observation and learning within Scripps’ local and national news operations.
- Hands-on Work: Practical experience in news production, reporting, and storytelling for broadcast platforms.
- Individual Coaching: Personalized support to hone your on-camera presence and broadcast reporting skills.
Furthermore, participants may benefit from additional learning avenues such as professional conferences, Google News Initiative programs, Poynter workshops, journalism school collaborations, National Association of Broadcasters events, and Society of Professional Journalists engagements. This holistic approach ensures you are well-rounded and prepared for the challenges and rewards of a broadcast journalism career.
Diverse Career Paths Await
The Scripps Journalism Career Program isn’t just a training program; it’s a pathway to a full-time career. Journalists selected for this initiative are hired into permanent positions within Scripps’ extensive network of local and national newsrooms. The roles are diverse and cater to a wide range of interests and expertise, potentially including positions such as:
- Investigative Reporter/Producer/Executive Producer
- Specialty/Beat Reporter
- Newsroom Manager
- Digital Reporter
- Data Journalist
- Managing Editor
- Story Editor
- Documentary Script Writer
- Assignment Editor
The inaugural cohort of print journalists successfully launched their broadcast careers across Scripps media outlets, marking the impactful beginning of the Google-supported Journalism Journey Initiative.
Meet the Program Director: Jim Iovino
Leading the Scripps Journalism Career Program is Jim Iovino, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist with over 25 years of experience in both print and multimedia journalism.
Jim Iovino, Program Director of the Scripps Journalism Career Program, bringing his extensive experience in print and broadcast journalism to guide the initiative.
Prior to joining Scripps, Iovino was deeply involved in nurturing the next generation of journalists. He served as a visiting assistant professor at West Virginia University, where he spearheaded the NewStart Newspaper Ownership Initiative, dedicated to training and supporting future community newspaper owners. His distinguished career also includes a significant tenure as deputy managing editor of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, where he spearheaded digital editorial strategies and contributed to the paper’s Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage of the Tree of Life massacre. His experience extends to broadcast as well, having served as senior news editor for digital properties at NBC-owned stations and digital managing editor for the NBC station in Washington, D.C. Iovino’s multifaceted expertise makes him an ideal leader to guide your transition into a successful broadcast journalism career.
Ready to take the next step in your journalism career? Applications are now open for the 2025 cohort of the Scripps Journalism Career Program. Apply today and embark on your journey into broadcast journalism.
For any inquiries about the program, please reach out to Neal Bennett, senior acquisition talent partner, at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).
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