John DiStaso Political Fellowship
John DiStaso Political Fellowship
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John DiStaso Political Fellowship
The John DiStaso Political Fellowship is a onesemester paid position at Hearst ABC affiliate WMURTV in Manchester NH. Our Fellow will work closely with members of our political team on several projects including daily political coverage our 2022 and 2024 electionrelated coverage and our weekly political show CloseUP. The Fellowship will be awarded to a motivated junior or senior in college who is interested in pursuing a career in political journalism.
More about John DiStaso
John DiStaso was the most experienced political journalist in New Hampshire. He was often referred to as the dean of New Hampshires political press corps. John died from complications of pancreatic cancer on April 21 2022 at the age of 68. Throughout his career DiStaso interviewed four sitting presidents and countless presidential candidates while covering 11 New Hampshire primaries. John spent much of his career working for New Hampshires largest newspaper The Union Leader. He spent the last seven years of his career working for WMUR where he wrote daily for WMUR regularly breaking stories. He also often appeared on WMURTV to provide analysis for political stories.
The opportunity
In this political fellowship youll play a meaningful role on the experienced political team of WMUR. Youll follow in Johns footsteps working on daily political coverage. Youll learn from Johns enduring legacy as well as the experienced political team at WMUR to gain the knowledge and experience to launch a successful career in political journalism.
How to qualify
- Working toward a bachelors degree in Political Science Journalism Communications or a related degree
- Experience in journalism through internships or college media
- Goal to work in the field of journalism
- Excellent writing and research skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Deadline driven
- Willingness to work various shifts including nights weekends and holidays
- You also need to have a strong academic record and two recommendations from faculty or internship supervisors
How to apply
Please apply on our career site. Include the following documentation in your application:
- Include the following documentation in your application:
- A letter expressing interest in the fellowship and promoting your candidacy
- A summary of your commitment to journalism (one page singlespaced)
- A current resume citing work experience and accomplishments
- A complete academic transcript through your completed semester
- Two academic or professional recommendations
- Finalists will be interviewed by phone and either inperson or via video conference
Application deadlines
For the fall fellowship applications are due by June 15th. For the spring fellowship applications are due by September 15th. Decisions regarding fall selection will be made in July and decisions regarding spring selection will be made in October.
Employment Type
Full-Time
