Producer/Director Job at University of Utah in Salt Lake City

Announcement

Open Date: 10/28/2024

Requisition Number: PRN40206B

Job Title: Producer/Director

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

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $62,000 - $67,000

Close Date: 12/31/2024

Job Summary

The Reporter/Producer is the primary on-camera producer/reporter for public affairs content and topical, statewide storytelling in a variety of formats and platforms. The ideal candidate will be a digitally-savvy journalist experienced with ideating, researching, reporting, storytelling, writing and video editing news or public affairs content [from 1 to 3 minutes] as well as longer stories [from 3 to 8 minutes]. The ideal candidate has exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and excellent organizational and time management skills.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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, upholding our core values of Innovation, Inclusion, Education, Independence, and Integrity. (https://www.pbsutah.org/about/)

Responsibilities

• Report, host, produce, research, write and edit for public affairs or news content
• Host and moderate live governmental affairs programs such as Governor’s Monthly News Conference, debates and inaugurations
• High degree of editing proficiency using the Adobe Premiere Suite
• Ability to work collaboratively, take direction, and receive constructive feedback in the spirit it was given
• Ability to adhere to high editorial standards and a journalistic code of ethics and integrity
• Ensures that content aligns with PBS Utah’s strategic goals and brand identity
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Journalism, Film Studies, related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required plus three years of directly related in instructional or commercial media production. Good writing skills and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

Preferences

• Ability and/or willingness to shoot is advantageous
• Familiarity with producing vertical, short-form videos
• Familiarity with statewide and regional topical issues
• Ability to build trust and understand various perspectives with diverse communities
• Ability to write and speak fluently in a second language is advantageous

Special Instructions Summary

Please include the following items with your application in the required documents section:
1. Resume
2. List of References
3. Cover letter – Include details on how your experience and skills fulfill the job requirements
4. Applicant Document Other – Provide links to your work

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.

For inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations, please refer to the Title IX Coordinator, Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References
• Applicant Document - Other

Optional Documents

• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169
By Email: employment@utah.edu