Who We Are
The IRTS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to building future leaders and increasing diversity in the media industry. We bring together the wisdom of yesterday’s founders, the power of today’s leaders, and the promise of tomorrow’s young professionals to build the next generation of media leaders, which we feel should more accurately reflect the diverse demographic of today’s media consumers.
IRTS provides education through access with a series of academic programs, industry events, and mentorship pipelines. We are an organization that firmly believes education is a life-long process, and take great pride in having an engaged, supportive community of program alumni and industry executives, alike.
We invite you to learn more about the IRTS programs, events, and community at large by exploring this site!
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What We Do
IRTS Summer Fellowship Program
An expense-paid experience that includes an industry orientation, full-time internship, seminars, field trips, networking, and mentoring!
Multicultural Career Workshop
Learn about career opportunities during this multi-day workshop and interview with recruiters from throughout our industry!
Faculty/Industry Seminars
When professors learn from top media leaders, thousands of students benefit from their knowledge!
Annual Newsmaker Breakfast
The must-attend tradition that attracts a capacity audience of media sellers and buyers.
LABF'S Giants of Broadcasting Luncheon
IRTS In Action
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The International Radio and Television Society Foundation, Inc. is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All or part of your donation may be tax-deductible as a charitable contribution.