Radio Journalism - Argentina

Product Details

The radio programme that you'll work on is on air daily between 09:00 to 11:00. The programme takes a political focus, with an analysis of financial market trends, political current affairs in Argentina, Economics (Local and International) and a review of everyday events and news. The show often features telephone interviews with guest speakers.

On your placement you will act as an assistant to the producer which will require you to have a high standard of Spanish. You will make calls for the producer, look up news of the past, and research certain topics that will be discussed on the show. All of your work will be conducted in Spanish. You will gain a real insight into the running of a radio production along with a general understanding about current affairs issues in Argentina. You will assist the producer with international news research, and, depending on your level of Spanish may be required to make telephone calls to various local newspapers, etc.

Combined Placements:

We can arrange for your to do a one-month intensive Spanish course, followed by a two-month or three-month work experience placement.

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Our users say...

"My Spanish is improving vastly and I am also gaining valuable work experience in the field of journalism, which will undoubtedly help me to find a job after university. Not only this but also I have made some great friends and spending time with them allows me an even greater insight into the Argentine culture, which i love! Working with Argentina's most famous journalist and enjoying all the perks like being sent free ice cream is pretty cool!

Going out on air was also a highlight, as was being asked to be an extra for an Argentine TV programme! Its all good, it's so hard to choose one thing as the best! I would recommend this placement to everyone else!!

It takes someone who's willing to commit themselves and be pro-active about their involvement. I put in 100% and that's what I'm getting back. You have to be able to use your initiative too to know what is expected of you from day to day. Being personable helps obviously because every day you're coming into contact with different people. And it almost goes without saying that you need to have a keen interest in current affairs and politics." - Sarah Holmes