Job Title:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Environmental Producer/Reporter
Appointment: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Full Time
Salary:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Commensurate with Experience
Opening Date: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â January 4, 2023
Closing Date: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â When filled
To Apply: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Send a cover letter listing job for which you are applying and contact information to Julie Sanders, Director of Marketing, [email protected] Attach resume. No phone calls or walk-ins.
WTVP ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCER/REPORTER
WTVP, public media for Central Illinois, seeks a producer/reporter to generate environmentally focused content across several platforms. This person should be able to create long and short-format productions for broadcast, digital distribution, print and radio. They should be versed in both videography and editing and will join the station’s award-winning production staff, and they must be a self-starter.
WTVP, the PBS-affiliated station serving Peoria, Bloomington, and Galesburg, Illinois, produces a variety of local programming for both digital platforms and broadcast. Original local programs include historical and topical documentaries, public affairs, performance specials, profiles, fundraising and contract work for outside agencies.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop content, research, Â write, and produce at least one long-format documentary per year
- Develop content, research, write, and produce short videos for air and social media.
- Develop content, research, and write articles for Peoria Magazine (a subsidiary of WTVP).
- Develop content, research, write and produce audio stories.
- Assist other producers in identifying possible subjects and talent.
- Complete projects on deadline and self-schedule your workload.
- Be able to work with various departments at the station.
- Have a firm knowledge of field production and editing.
- Work within a set budget.
- Maintain communication with managers and donors.
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Qualifications
Ideal candidates should have a passion for environmental issues, excellent written, verbal and personal communication skills, and demonstrated knowledge of script writing, editing, computer skills, and working with budgets. Ideally, candidates will have at least four years experience producing/reporting in field and studio environments.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary with benefits including health insurance (65% company paid), ten vacation days, twelve sick days, two personal days, and a 401(k) match up to 5% after six months—salary based on experience.
WTVP is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Â
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