Senior Producer

Job Description

Nine PBS: Senior Producer 

Who We Are: As an essential community institution, Nine PBS magnifies and deepens understanding of our community to help our region flourish. We convene meaningful conversations, we share thought-provoking content, and we host events that engage and inspire our region. Our unique facilities and connections offer opportunities for memorable experiences for audiences of all ages.  

Our History: We are a community-licensed public media station. For 70 years, we have been a foundational pillar in the St. Louis community by providing trusted, community-centered content and resources. Our core purpose is to magnify and deepen understanding of our community to help our region flourish.   

Our Values: Nine PBS is rooted in our four values: Community, Trust, Equity, and Learning. These guide every aspect of our work - both in how we interact with one another as teammates, as well as how we engage with the community.   

Our Culture: Nine PBS is an equal opportunity employer with a leadership team and culture that prioritizes a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.  

Our Team: One of our strategic goals is to create and sustain a positive, high-performing, and connected culture that prioritizes the well-being and belonging of every member of our team. Get to know the amazing individuals you will be working alongside if you are selected for this position: https://www.ninepbs.org/ourteam/.

Position Description: The Senior Producer develops and produces short and long-form content and special projects across Nine PBS digital platforms and our broadcast channel to tell stories that matter to the St. Louis region. The senior producer also hosts, curates and produces Nine PBS specials, productions and/or events for the organization. 

Job Requirements

Primary Responsibilities: The following primary responsibilities are vital to successfully meeting the expectations of this position in an effective and efficient manner. This is not an exhaustive list and areas of focus may fluctuate between the primary and secondary responsibilities, as needed.  

• Produce compelling stories for digital-first platforms and broadcast programs and specials. 

• Shoot and edit videos for digital-first platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook) and direct shooters and editors for broadcast programs and specials airing on Nine PBS. 

• Research, report, and write stories that reflect the voices and issues of the St. Louis region. 

• Interview individuals in studio and field settings, ensuring accuracy and context. 

• Develop content optimized for social media platforms, including providing strong metadata and SEO optimized titles and descriptions. 

• Have knowledge of community issues, stories and trends. 

• Lead and oversee content projects independently for digital and/or broadcast, including project treatment, plan and meeting deadlines. 

• Work with the content team to review performance and adapt strategies based on community feedback and trends. 

• Inspire and engage new content formats and storytelling abilities. 

Secondary Responsibilities: These are additional activities that are expected to be performed with this position.  

• Attend community events or forums to stay connected to local stories. 

• Pitch creative ideas for new projects and social content. 

• Engage with donors and community at station events or community events.  

• Work closely with other producers and departments to share and accept ideas and feedback. 

• Experiment and innovate alongside digital team members. 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred with at least 8 years of experience, or Associate’s degree with more than 7 years of experience in Journalism, Production, Communications, Multimedia or other related fields. Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other MS Office applications. Must have experience with Final Cut X, Adobe Premiere Pro, project management, and knowledge of editorial standards and ethics. 

Hybrid Schedule: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule. Expected to be in the office at least 2-3 days per week and attend team meetings and all-staff meetings in person.  

Additional Expectations and Core Competencies: Success in this role is not only measured by meeting the expectations outlined above, but also in how the work is performed. The following competencies are required for this role. 

• Approach all interactions solution focused.  

• Be open to feedback and demonstrate a growth mindset.  

• Provide respectful feedback to others, as needed.  

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging by modeling inclusive behaviors. 

• Effectively and proactively communicate with supervisor, teammates, and others across the organization to create a collaborative work environment.  

• Demonstrate effective time management. 

• Demonstrate good judgment. 

• Demonstrate effective working relationships with others. 

Application Instructions 

Company: Nine PBS  

Vacancy Type: Full-Time 

Job Location: St Louis, MO, US  

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 

Application Timeline: Open until filled. 

Application Process: For a candidate to be considered for employment, the following materials must be submitted as a complete application to jobs@ninepbs.org: 

• Resume 

• Cover Letter 

• 3 Professional References (will be contacted when an offer is made) 

Provide a word document that includes responses to the following three questions:  

1. What have you read in this job posting that is interesting and inspiring to you? (no more than 150 words)  

1. How are you uniquely qualified to enhance the Nine PBS team and our work? (no more than 150 words)  

1. What would success look like for you in this position? (no more than 150 words) 

Required: Must submit link to your website or reel showcasing your work.  

Nine PBS 

As an essential community institution, Nine PBS magnifies and deepens understanding of our community to help our region flourish. We tell stories that move us. We meet people where they are the most comfortable consuming content. Nine PBS’s platforms include four distinct broadcast channels (Nine PBS, Nine PBS KIDS®, Nine PBS World, and Nine PBS Create), ninepbs.org, social media, the free PBS Video App, streaming services, live and virtual events, and the Public Media Commons. Since 1954, Nine PBS has accepted the community’s invitation into their homes, schools, and businesses. Follow Nine PBS on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.  

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