Jay Craven Sales Fellowship Program
JUNE 2-JULY 31, 2008
Application Deadline: Feb 8, 2008
The Katz Media Group (KMG) is seeking three outstanding Juniors
or Seniors to spend two months working together with our employees
to learn the operations of a national media sales organization in
New York City. If your expected graduation date falls between 8/08
and 5/09, you are eligible to apply for the 2008 summer program.
“Living and working in New York for a summer, I was able to
achieve things personally which I would not have anywhere else or
with any other company.” – Ann Bales, 2005 Fellow
What is the KMG Jay Craven Fellowship Program?
The Fellowship Program provides real-world, hands-on
experience working side-by-side with employees, similar to an internship
or apprenticeship. The two months begin with an introduction to the
company and participation in a training program. The majority of
the remaining weeks will be spent in one of the Radio or Television
sales companies, rotating between Research, Promotions and Sales
with exposure to many Managers, Account Executives (AEs), Trainers
and Sales Assistants. In addition to working directly on projects
in Research and Sales, you will also attend sales meetings with client
stations and go to advertising agencies with AEs on sales calls with
Media Buyers.
Meeting time and seminars will also give exposure to Clear Channel
Katz Advantage, our specialty sales and marketing division; Univision
National Radio Sales, our Hispanic focused sales and marketing company;
as well as Television Programming.
The well-rounded, two month Fellowship will provide you with many
of the options available to you inside the KMG sales organization
upon graduation. Our goal is to make the KMG your first choice in
the future!
 Keri Clarke
Hampton University
2007 Fellow
The program has provided me with the opportunity to develop a solid foundation
of understanding and experience in sales, marketing and the world of media. It
has also enabled me to gain an authentic understanding of how much I enjoy this
work.
|
 Constance
Lewis
Middle Tennessee State University
2007 Fellow
In the two short months that I have been here, I have acquired
many new skills and an indescribable confidence that I did
not have before I got here.
|
 Keenan
Thomas
Howard University
2007 Fellow
The two-month KMG Sales Fellowship venture will not only give you a front row
preamble to the life of the national rep, but it will also expose you to various
bonus factors that will sway you to want to be an employee in the near future.
|
 Chauncey Wilson
Jackson State University
2007 Fellow
I can truly say that there’s something for everyone at this company. There
are so many different places that I could see myself within Katz. |
 Kristy Kruk
University of Illinois
2006 Fellow
We were given tasks to do that actually contributed to the
company and meant something. National Media Sales was something
I had never thought of as a career. Now I can say I am
definitely considering it for a possible career path!
|
 Kalima Mayo-Perez
Hampton University
2006 Fellow
One of my first observations at KMG was the employees. From
the President of each division to the Managers, Account Executives,
and the Assistants, everyone is extremely passionate about their
work and developing new talent.
|
 Patrick Duda
Penn State University
2006 Fellow
The relationships that are built in and out of the office
impress me the most. We were able to hear about how people
came to their current position and where their spectrum of
the business was going in the future. I never dreamed
that I would make so many contacts and be involved in so
much networking.
|
 Ashley Banks
University of Texas
2006 Fellow
I networked with amazing people in the industry who love coming
to work and are passionate about their jobs.
|
 Jaleh Fassihi
Penn State University
2006 Fellow
Any student who is in search of a professional, hands-on,
sincere, diverse, and fun working atmosphere should consider
the Fellowship Program with Katz Media Group. It truly
is an amazing, and unforgettable experience.
|
 Cyra Copeland
Hampton University
2006 Fellow
My time spent here has shown me both a new industry and a
new world. Both the interns and my “home team” helped
make my summer and my Fellowship a wonderful experience.
|
“Being able to network, gain hands-on experience
and build relationships with such knowledgeable and great people
is what makes this program stand out. Anyone interested in gaining
insight into this industry should make this Fellowship program
his or her first choice” – Marjorie Sheriff, 2004
Fellow
“As a Fellow, I worked with every aspect of the Katz Radio
Group. I input and confirmed orders, helped account executives
develop orders, developed and pitched events for events planning
and attended all sales meetings. Not one day has been the same.” –
Shalya Forte, 2004 Fellow
What is the application process and who should
apply?
Full-time undergraduates who are Juniors or Seniors in
a four-year college are eligible to apply for the Fellowship Program
(expected graduation 8/08-5/09). Applicants should be a Communications
major or have demonstrated an interest in the industry through coursework,
extracurricular activities, Internships or other practical experience.
Recipients must be able to participate in the entire two month program
from June 2 – July 31, 2008 in New York if selected. You must
fill out the online application on the KMG website, attach a current
resume’ and answer all questions within the application. If
you are selected as a finalist for the Fellowship, we will be contacting
you during the months of February and March for a phone interview.
Fellowship offers will be made by April 30, 2008.
Deadline for Application: FEBRUARY 8, 2008.
What happens once you are selected as a Fellowship
recipient?
Details will be provided when offers are made. We also provide a
Fellowship supervisor to help direct, mentor and counsel you during
your stay in New York.
“Coming out of the summer, I can say that I truly understand
the inside sales operations of this industry from the client to
the radio station. Not to mention, I have gained many contacts
and have explored many new career opportunities.” -
Kalima Mayo-Perez, 2006 Fellow
What if you are not selected for the Fellowship?
Everyone applying for the Fellowship will automatically
be considered for an Internship if you so choose. Please note, it
is very important to fill out the Internship section on the Fellowship
form indicating your preferred location(s). We will follow up with
students interested in Internships after the Fellowship choices have
been confirmed (around April 30th).
Internships in New York City
The KMG has offers unpaid, credit-based, structured Internships in
the New York office. The Program offers the chance to work closely
in one department while attending weekly Intern luncheons with speakers
featured from many of the different KMG departments. The KMG also
provides travel stipends to Interns covering the cost of commuting
to and from our New York office via the MTA subway/bus, MetroNorth,
LIRR or NJTransit. internships@katz-media.com
Internships in Branch Offices
The KMG also has unpaid Sales-focused Internships available in most
of the branch offices, which are unpaid and in exchange for course
credit. Branch Internships offer flexible dates and work schedules
and daily travel or parking stipends is provided where applicable. internships@katz-media.com
Katz Media is committed to diversity, both in its selection of interns,
as well as in the workplace.
Jay
Craven
(1962-2002)
His passion for life was contagious.
Jay Craven started his career with Katz Radio in 1987 as an Account
Executive, and his rise through the company took him to the position
of Regional Vice President with the Clear Channel Radio Sales division.
He moved around the country during his tenure and lived in New York,
Boston, San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Jay had a talent to teach and a passion to win. He had a contagious
enthusiasm that inspired trust and allowed him to lead. He had the
pride to pat himself on the back when he was successful, and in the
truest spirit, genuinely marvel at the accomplishments of those around
him. "I have the best job in the world," he would say.
Additionally, he moonlit with his best friends on the weekend, fulfilling
their dream by talking sports on the radio. He put a smile on the
face of every person he touched, and he touched thousands. May his
courage, spirit and zest for life continue to live on in all of us.
Jay's integrity and loyalty personified "the Katz difference."
