Job & Internship Opportunities at WFSU
Thank you for your interest in employment at WFSU Public Media. WFSU Public Media is a PBS and NPR member station whose licenses are held by Florida State University.
About WFSU Public Media's Mission
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.
Benefits
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.
Internships
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.
Application Instructions
Job opportunities are posted here when they become available. Each posting lists the qualifications and procedures for application and a deadline for submissions. Job applications must be officially submitted through the Florida State University job portal. Searching for the posted job number or clicking on the links provided on each open position will help you find the right place to apply. There are two systems/URLs available, one for current employees of Florida State University and one for those not currently employed by the university. Late submissions cannot be accepted.
Note: We only accept applications/resumes for specific open positions. We do not accept or retain general applications/resumes for employment.
Current Openings
Job Title: Director of Content - WFSU Public Media
Job ID: 58849
Posted Date: 2024-10-08
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Content
Job Description:
WFSU Public Media
Responsibilities
As a member of our Senior Management Team, the Director of Content is responsible for overseeing content development across all WFSU Public Media platforms, including radio, television, and online services.
Responsibilities:
- Directly responsible for all activities related to content development, including programming, production, and continuity.
- Lead and oversee the flow and design of programming, ensuring high quality and engaging content.
- Meet regularly with staff to identify opportunities to enhance local content and ensure quality control of products and services.
- Coordinate with the Development and Education departments to develop content across media platforms, with the goal of providing varied and robust opportunities for engagement with WFSU Public Media.
- Monitor and facilitate proper allocation of staff, resources, and budget for activities.
- Oversee related budgets in coordination with the General Manager and Director of Finance.
- Monitors budgets related to media operations, including equipment and staff needs.
- Develop and approve concepts for programming (in conjunction with the General Manager when needed), ensuring editorial integrity of all content.
- Lead WFSU’s Community Council and encourage member and audience feedback and engagement with our content.
- Participate in key community organizations to facilitate partnerships and gain understanding of critical issues impacting the community.
- Along with General Manager, serve as a liaison with CPB, PBS, NPR, American Public Media, Public Radio International, and other public media organizations.
- Create and report on measurable goals and evaluation strategies for initiatives.
- Work with WFSU’s Major Gifts Manager to identify donor interest for funding for specific local initiatives and pursue funding through grants and other fundraising activities to support key programming and educational goals of the station.
- Coordinate outsourcing of assessment activities if necessary to meet station objectives.
- Review and interpret audience research data for all radio stations, analytics for online engagement and effectiveness of media content across all platforms.
- Oversee and manage grants from sponsoring agencies and foundations.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree and six years of related experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to ten years.)
- A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
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Internal Applicants External Applicants
Job Title: The Florida Channel News Intern - 2025 Legislative Committee Weeks & Session (Part-time, OPS) (Multiple Vacancies)
Job ID: 58838
Posted Date: 2024-10-04
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: OPS
Department: WFSU Florida Channel
Job Description:
The Florida Channel, a WFSU-TV operation located in the Florida Capitol building in Tallahassee, is seeking news interns for the Spring 2025 semester. Our paid internship program gives students an opportunity to enhance basic hands-on newsroom experience learned on campus and work closely with our talented, respected and award-winning team of journalists. We are looking for a highly motivated, ambitious student or recent graduate who is seeking to gain valuable exposure and experience in a unique, fast-paced, professional state government television news environment.
To learn more about us please visit this link: https://TheFloridaChannel.org
Responsibilities
The news interns will be exposed to various aspects of news gathering and production, develop skills for researching and fact checking news stories, log video and assist with planning, producing and executing daily half-hour newscasts during Session.
Interns may have the opportunity to accompany producers, reporters and videographers in the field at news conferences, committee hearings and other assignments. Interns may eventually be assigned to cover news events independently and to write/produce news elements. The specific length of the internship, minimum hours required to work to receive credits, eligibility and college credits awarded for successful completion of the program must be verified with the student's faculty advisor.
Qualifications
- Degree-seeking Junior or Senior or recent college graduate with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- A professional demeanor and work ethic.
- Strong research, writing and organizational skills.
- Ability to work throughout the 2025 Legislative Committee Weeks (January - February) and Regular Legislative Session (March - May).
- Must be able to adapt to and display personal and professional characteristics consistent with the Capitol environment.
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Job Title: Associate Producer - WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel (Full-time, OPS)
Job ID: 56403
Posted Date: 2024-10-11
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: OPS
Department: WFSU Florida Channel
Job Description:
WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel
Responsibilities
- Researches information to be used in programs and program segments; compiles information for graphics or other visual elements included in a program or program segment; selects bites and video for packages; logs tapes and meetings; covers events as well as assists the producer with numerous duties required to produce Capitol Update.
- Provides production and administrative support such as running teleprompter for programs and answering phones/making calls.
- Serves as Grip for production crews working on segments for Capitol Update, Florida Crossroads and TFC: helps with set up and pack up of equipment; helps reporters gather information needed to conduct interviews.
- Writes news reports. Serves as backup producer for News Brief and Capitol Update.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency and four years of experience related to the duties of the position; or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to four years in the same.
- A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
- Strong writing and research skills.
- Experience writing on deadline.
- The ability to think creatively and carry out specific program concepts after receiving general guidance - but with limited supervision.
- Attention to detail; effective time-management and organizational skills.
- The ability to work as part of a team on tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with fast-changing situations.
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Job Title: Development Coordinator - WFSU Public Media
Job ID: 58099
Posted Date: 2024-10-09
Close Date: 2024-10-24
Job Family: ADVANC
Department: WFSU Membership
Job Description:
WFSU Public Media is a member station of both National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). WFSU Public Media covers a wide and diverse area with quality public media programming. We are looking for candidates who are interested in PBS and NPR programming and are passionate about maintaining donor relationships to support the organizational mission.
Responsibilities
This position supports fundraising at WFSU by managing correspondence, processing payments, assisting in research to enhance the donor base, and event planning and execution. Reports directly to the Membership Manager but will work regularly across the Development Department. In this role, you will:
- Manage processes for membership, major gifts, and underwriting including donations, payment reminder notices, coordinating agreements, and invoices. Process monthly recurring payments. Develop specific correspondence related to billing, contributions and/or the tax-deductible nature of a particular gift. Assist development with generating and updating active sponsor and donor lists.
- Maintain Allegiance and Filemaker accounts. Follow best practices for protecting private information.
- Assist the Underwriting and Major Gift department with activities including updating sponsor and member records, processing billing and donations, and prospect research. Assist Major Gift Department with solicitation calendar and giving plans. Track donors and prospects using our donor database and wealth screening tools. Coordinate and organize development events by providing support in planning, set up/clean up, and contact.
- Manages correspondence and contact with members and major donors, including monthly membership renewals, weekly thank yous, and premium and benefit distribution. Ensures questions and comments regarding billing, membership, programming, Passport and technical issues are promptly resolved. Donor and viewer communication includes phone calls, emails, letters and in person meetings. Organizes the research and tracking of data on contacts and recommends strategies to help enhance member services and communications. Manages inventory of print supplies and premiums.
- Process pledges and payments from various sources, including: bank lock box, online donations, credit cards, EFTs, payroll deductions, FSU Foundation, car donations, and matching gifts. Keep accurate and timely records of all payments processed and follows proper cash handling procedures. Keep department informed of issues related to payments. Troubleshoot and resolves issues that arise with WFSU’s donor database.
- Coordinates premium and program information and data for FM and TV pledge drives in collaboration with established vendors.
- Produces and distributes industry reports for each drive. Manages volunteers and volunteer activities for the radio pledge drives.
- Coordinates with other membership staff to provide training and support to pledge drive volunteers. Coordinates meals and assists with daily schedule. Is able to train on-air volunteer announcers in speaking and message delivery. Is prepared to go on-air to deliver pledge drive messaging when necessary. Maintains the transaction bin during pledge drives.
- Serves as a backup to other Membership Department staff when they are unavailable.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree 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.)
Department
WFSU Public Media
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Job Title: Sales Representative - WFSU Public Media
Job ID: 58597
Posted Date: 2024-08-28
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Underwriting
Job Description:
WFSU Public Media
Responsibilities
- Responsible for securing from the business community new and renewing underwriting and sponsorships from an ever-expanding list of Opportunities including television, radio, podcasts, streaming, websites, e-newsletters, and events.
- Works closely with Development Director in building short and long term fulfillment goals for WFSU. Helps set policies and goals that can determine future funding resources for WFSU.
- Responsible for developing and coordinating marketing programs, activities, and services. Develops, coordinates, and secures funding for promotional events in conjunction with WFSU Membership Department. May promote membership and sponsorship opportunities.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree 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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