Job Information
University of Utah Producer in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 05/02/2024
Requisition Number PRN38447B
Job Title Producer/Director
Working Title Producer
Job Grade E
FLSA Code Executive
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 9-5, some evenings or weekends as needed
VP Area President
Department 00334 - PBS Utah
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $52,000 to $55,000 commensurate with experience
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
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.
Responsibilities
Research, produce, write, shoot and edit original, digital content
Assist on a YouTube historical anthology series
Produce, research, write, shoot and edit digital content forModern 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
Minimum Qualifications
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
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Required Documents
Resume
A cover letter that includes how your experience or skills fulfill the job requirements.
Links to your digital video work – You may save this under the “Applicant Document – Other” option on the “Documents Needed to Apply” section of your application.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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