THE EMERSON CHANNEL

Welcome! We’re so excited to have you as part of Fall 2025.

Fall 2025

YOUR GUIDE TO EMCHAN

EmChan is the official television network of Emerson College, and it’s a great place to meet friends, learn new skills, and be part of something special. We have been going strong since 1999, and we make all kinds of shows in-studio and in the field.

Here are some of our most common questions to help you get started:

Spring 2026

Pitching Season is HERE!

Pitches are due on November 18th 11:59 PM to programming@emersonchannel.org and production@emersonchannel.org 

There is also the Pathways Program updated below, which is important for people who wish to produce their pitch.

In-person pitches will be held on November 21st-23rd. 

Pathways Program

PITCH DECK

You must go to a pitching workshop/producing workshop in order to pitch (stay up to date with newsletters and our Instagram to see when these happen)

Pitch Link

RE-PITCH DECK

You must go to a pitching workshop/producing workshop in order to pitch (stay up to date with newsletters and our Instagram to see when these happen)

Re-Pitch Link

Getting Started

No! Anyone from any major can join. Most of our positions don’t require prior experience, so you can learn all about broadcast and film with us.

We have a wide range of opportunities in creative, technical, and logistical roles—from writers’ rooms to set and lighting, post-production, and even managing budgets and schedules. To join a show, keep an eye out for our hiring weekend announcements on our calendar, email newsletter, and social media.

The Emerson Channel (EmChan) focuses on our coordinated shows, while Emerson Channel Sports (ECS) specializes in shooting live sporting events for Emerson’s teams. They are two separate entities under our umbrella.

Yes, we encourage it! We hold show-pitching sessions at the end of each semester. Keep an eye on our calendar and social media for updates.

Opportunities & Commitment

Yes, we offer workshops and training! You can earn a free non-tuition 1-credit by attending six of our workshops, or by attending three workshops and working on one of our shows.

The time commitment varies by position. You can get a better idea by asking a show’s producers. While most show positions are unpaid student volunteer roles, there are paid opportunities available on our Senior Staff. You can find more information about joining Senior Staff on Workday.

Resources & Leadership

Shows’ producers can request equipment from the Equipment Manager. Once approved by your producers and senior staff, you can pick it up at the EmChan Equipment Center on the 3rd floor of the Ansin Building.

Our EmChan Pathways program is a step-by-step guide to help you build the skills needed for leadership positions like Producer or Director. You can find more information about joining our Senior Staff (a separate, paid role) through Workday.

You can email programming@emersonchannel.org with any additional questions.

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