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Current Job Openings
Sr. Reporter, (2 Vacancies) - WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel
Videographer, (#61447) - WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel
Content Producer
Membership Manager - WFSU Public Media
IT Project Manager (Remote)
The mission of WFSU Public Media is to enrich lives and cultivate diverse perspectives by connecting our community through media content and services that inform, educate, and entertain. We work together in a cross-media-platform and integrated environment to accomplish this mission. Read more about us.
WFSU Public Media is the parent organization for both The Florida Channel and The Florida Center for Interactive Media. You will also find listing for these organizations below. Although the leadership of these organizations communicate regularly, projects are usually organization dependent as the goals of each organization varies.
The State of Florida university system offers robust benefits package options for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement programs, vacation and sick time, and more. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, or pregnancy. WFSU Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information can be found on our public files page.
At times, paid internship opportunities will be available. If such an opportunity exists, it will be listed in the Current Openings section below. For non-paid internships (such as journalism internships in our news room) and volunteering opportunities, please visit our volunteering page or email us at mail@wfsu.org with specific questions.
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Job Title: Sr. Reporter, (2 Vacancies) - WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel
Job ID: 52735
Posted Date: 2022-08-05
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Florida Channel
Job Description:
With offices and studio located on the 9th floor of the state Capitol building in Tallahassee, FL, The Florida Channel (TFC) produces programming covering all three branches of state government, and is Florida’s primary source for live, unedited coverage of the Governor and Cabinet, the Legislature, and the Supreme Court. TFC programming is carried by PBS stations throughout Florida as one of their digital sub-channels and delivered statewide by satellite to other program distributors. Live streaming of as many as (14) simultaneous events and archived content are also available online at the floridachannel.org.
In this role, you will cover news events and other programming elements statewide. You will partner with our team of videographers, graphic artists and editors to deliver in-depth reporting for television and on the web.
Job Responsibilities:
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Job Title: Videographer, (#61447) - WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel
Job ID: 53386
Posted Date: 2022-10-19
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Florida Channel
Job Description:
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.
With offices and studio located on the 9th floor of the state Capitol building in Tallahassee, FL, The Florida Channel (TFC) produces programming covering all three branches of state government, and is Florida’s primary source for live, unedited coverage of the Governor and Cabinet, the Legislature, and the Supreme Court. TFC programming is carried by PBS stations throughout Florida as one of their digital sub-channels and delivered statewide by satellite to other program distributors. Live streaming of as many as (14) simultaneous events and archived content are also available online at thefloridachannel.org.
Serves as Videographer for the Florida Channel programming. Responsibilities include but are not limited to statewide travel to cover news events and documentaries.
Communicates frequently and directly with the immediate Supervisor, Executive Director, Newsroom staff and other Team Leaders.
Serves as Remote Live shots technician, sending stories and video b-roll back to the Florida Channel via Live U unit.
Adheres to policies and procedures established for submitting paperwork and supporting documents. Maintains administrative records to include, but not be limited to, travel and purchasing.
Serves as editor for The Florida Channel. Duties include, but are not limited to: working with staff to gather raw footage (video and/or audio), assembling footage in a tapeless environment using non-linear equipment for a finished product for TFC programming and transferring to the appropriate format for viewing. Adheres to and implements generally accepted creative and technical principles of broadcast production, along with procedures and principles established by TFC for legislative and public affairs program production; maintains records and archives program material (b-roll library, etc.) related techniques/formats unique to TFC.
Provides production assistance for remote events production. Serves as director (production personnel) for committee meetings, legislative session and other meetings and events as assigned. Serves as a member of the studio crew.
Other duties as assigned
Associate degree in a related area and a minimum of three years of appropriate experience. (Note: Vocational/technical training and a minimum of three years of appropriate experience.)
Extensive, demonstrated knowledge operating related equipment and software used for field and studio production including: cameras, lights, microphones, non-linear editing equipment, digital and analog switchers/boards, and the use of robotic cameras and controls, as well as the ability to edit raw video.
Experience editing raw video using linear and non-linear equipment for professional broadcast.
Must be computer literate, creative and an independent worker with good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work on deadline, remain calm in demanding situations and work as a team member in close proximity to others, as well as ability to travel and work overtime, as assigned.
Ability to meet the physical demands of this position to include lifting/moving up to 50 lbs.
A valid State of Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain upon hire.
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Job Title: Content Producer
Job ID: 51051
Posted Date: 2022-08-01
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Local Production
Job Description:
WFSU-TV
This position will serve to produce audio/video segments for various venues, including radio, television, and web, and to meet requirements for local programming, corporate communications, and public awareness.
-Produce, edit, and distribute original content for Local Routes and other local productions for distribution on multimedia platforms, including broadcast, digital, and social.
-Targets content for specific multimedia platform requirements including video, audio, photographic, and written elements.
-Creates videos for other departments and projects as needed.
-Oversees assigned productions/projects/edits for broadcast and digital.
-Coordinates with external clients on projects to develop audio and video materials that support goals and objectives.
-Works with studio crew as Technical Director or Director (or other positions as needed) for studio and field productions.
-Will operate and/or direct television production equipment to include cameras (studio and field), edit systems (nonlinear and linear), media storage devices (servers, VTRs), audio systems, lighting instruments and other associated tools.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, New Media or a related-field and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
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Job Title: Membership Manager - WFSU Public Media
Job ID: 54664
Posted Date: 2023-04-13
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: ADVANC
Department: WFSU Membership
Job Description:
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.
WFSU, located in Tallahassee, FL, is a licensee of Florida State University and the NPR and PBS affiliate for approximately 25 counties in North Florida serving Tallahassee, Panama City, and Thomasville, GA. We are located in the heart of Florida’s Capitol and within 100 miles of the beautiful gulf coast beaches.
This position reports directly to the WFSU Director of Development and works across departments to ensure that WFSU Membership efforts are coordinated with content, marketing, and education team efforts. The primary responsibilities include:
Directing activities for individual giving at WFSU Public Media. Develop and implement a complex membership calendar and tracking methods to assess results. Oversee membership acquisition and retention including member services, benefits and recognition, email campaigns, digital platform campaigns, direct mail, and other strategies to grow membership and revenue. Managing the Allegiance database of member records, which includes knowledge of its capabilities to enhance fundraising activities. Representing the station among industry partners and advisors to maintain current best practices. Preparing and filing required membership performance documents. Manages the PCI (Payment Card Industry) compliance requirements for the membership department and completes required annual documentation.
Supervising development coordinators, including hiring, guidance, development, and evaluation. Accounting for related activities including viewer and listener customer service, membership campaign management, on-air membership campaigns, and sustaining member engagement activities.
Coordinating with mail and phone vendors to develop and execute effective fundraising campaigns. This includes five direct mail campaigns per year targeting new, lapsed, and active members, and six printed newsletters per year. Overseeing the sustaining member mailer twice per year. Managing accounts and activities for pledge drive telephone agents as well as renewal telemarketing vendors.
Managing the WFSU Travel Club which consists of 2-4 trips per year, with up to 50 WFSU members per trip. This includes choosing and booking group tours and coordinating with the tour company to personalize each trip to fit the needs of our members. Acting as the liaison between the travel company and the members. Providing personalized assistance to the members who are travelling on the tours.
Overseeing the over-the-air fundraising campaigns for the membership department. Creating and approving scripts and talking points for on-air volunteers. Supervising staff activities in preparation for and during the on-air campaigns. Going on-air during live radio pledge drives to generate donations. Directing the creation of radio and television fundraising spots, including writing scripts, recruiting talent, and directing recording sessions.
Being responsible for the membership department budget: maintaining and coordinating services and payment arrangements with various vendors including data base management services, member gifts, mail campaigns, banking lockbox services, and phone services related to fundraising.
Representing and promoting the stations among a wide range of community leaders, business executives, non-profit organizations, and university personnel. Represents the station among regional and national fund-raising professionals.
Other duties as assign.
A Bachelor’s degree and four years’of related experience; or a high school diploma/equivalend and eight years of related experience.
(Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)
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Job Title: IT Project Manager (Remote)
Job ID: 55033
Posted Date: 2023-05-26
Close Date: 2023-06-09
Job Family: TECH
Department: FL Ctr for Interactive Media
Job Description:
Florida Center for Interactive Media
Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalency and eight years of experience. (Note: or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)
Experience with the coordination, planning, and management of technology projects.
Ability to communicate frequently with stakeholders and project teams and serve as a liaison between business and technical aspects of projects.
Ability to develop detailed work plans, task acceptance criteria, resource plans, project estimates, and status reports as needed based upon the size, scope, and expected resource utilization of each project.
Experience with validating task completion and meeting acceptance criteria.
Ability to meet project deadlines while establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Responsible for the coordination, planning, and management of technology projects that range in scope from small research tools to large scale dissemination platforms. Identifies appropriate resources and develops schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
Manages the lifecycle of technology projects from beginning to end and communicates frequently with stakeholders and project teams to ensure stakeholder and project team buy-in and progress.
Develops detailed work plans, task acceptance criteria, resource plans, project estimates, and status reports as needed based upon the size, scope, and expected resource utilization of each project. Verifies tasks are completed and meets the acceptance criteria.
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