As part of PBS Utah’s Production Department, the Producer is a digitally-experienced, creative storyteller responsible for producing, writing, shooting and editing content for PBS Utah’s YouTube channels and other digital platforms. The Producer will create original digital content tailored to the needs and audience of each platform, contribute to our long-running YouTube gardening series, Modern Gardener, and help accelerate the quality and quantity of original digital content we produce. This role initiates, coordinates, and executes all aspects of the digital production process, including creative, technological and administrative.
PBS UTAH’s produces and distributes exceptional content that entertains, informs, and enriches viewers. PBS Utah stands as one of the premier public television stations in the country. We are dedicated to serving the entire Utah community through high-quality and award-winning local productions, K-12 educational programs, and community engagement. PBS Utah provides Utah and the surrounding areas with relevant and compelling programming and services while upholding our core values of Innovation, Inclusion, Education, Independence, and Integrity. (https://www.pbsutah.org/about/) The ideal candidate should align with the core values of PBS Utah and possess an understanding of the diverse perspectives and experiences within our community, enhancing mutual understanding and collaboration.
Job Requirements
Requirements
Research, produce, write, shoot and edit original, digital content
Assist on a YouTube historical anthology series
Produce, research, write, shoot and edit digital content for Modern Gardener, PBS Utah’s YouTube gardening series
Edits in a style compelling for digital audiences using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
Creates and/or applies graphics, animation and music, adjusts color and audio for export and distribution
Manages and analyzes YouTube and metrics
Maintains a high awareness of digital content trends, platform technology and evolution
Identifies original story opportunities based on station strategy
Ensures creative, aesthetic and technical excellence in all content created
Maintain high journalistic standards and editorial integrity
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus three years of directly related experience in instructional or commercial television required.
Preferences
Experience producing content for digital platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook
Strong editing skills on a fast turnaround timeline
Strong storytelling skills
Strong demo reel or links
Strong videography and lighting skills
Proficiency in platform-specific data analysis
High attention to detail
Ability to give and receive feedback in a collaborative environment
Ability to appear on-camera is advantageous
Ability to write and speak fluently in a second language is advantageous
Ability to build trust and understand various perspectives within their team and the community