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Current Job Openings
News Assignments Manager & Lead Producer - The Florida Channel
News Director, WFSU Public Media
Multimedia Journalist - WFSU Public Media (Panama City, FL)
Technical Support Analyst - Florida Center for Interactive Media (Part-time, OPS)
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.
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Job Title: News Assignments Manager & Lead Producer - The Florida Channel
Job ID: 60754
Posted Date: 2025-08-07
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Florida Channel
Job Description:
The Florida Channel - located in Tallahassee, FL - produces 24/7, year-round coverage of all three branches of state government. Programming includes gavel-to-gavel coverage of a wide variety of state proceedings, along with documentary and public affairs programming covering issues of interest and importance to all Floridians. The programming is distributed to the public via satellite to stations/affiliates and is also available through a variety of video streaming services as well at The Florida Channel
Serves as a Senior Reporter for Capitol Update and News Brief, Producer/Reporter for Florida Crossroads and other TFC programming. Duties include but are not limited to: being proactive in originating, researching, developing and following through with ideas; writing clear and concise scripts on deadline; interviewing individuals (for on-air or background use) in a professional, independent manner; performing live shots, set shots and stand-ups; compiling information for graphics or other visual elements used to creatively and effectively complete a program or program segment. Ability to utilize social media and other news gathering techniques to focus on initial development and ongoing contact with lawmakers, staff, policymakers and other key sources critical to news gathering. Required to follow established guidelines and policy while striving to maintain TFC’s integrity and reputation.
Serves as Assignments Manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducts regular assignment/program meetings for Capitol Update and News Brief in accordance with established practices; monitors relevant news sources daily according to established needs and best practices; demonstrates good organization and communication skills to delegate and carry out assignments with limited supervision; serves as backup to News Manager.
Serves as Lead Producer for Capitol Update and News Brief. Duties include but are not limited to assisting in researching and assigning stories, overseeing rundowns and reviewing information for content and accuracy. Able to think creatively and work in a team environment. Able to make independent, sound news decisions during live productions to include, exclude or modify information presented. Able to accurately time shows and respond quickly to issues that may arise in live production. Able to monitor daily progress of each team member to keep production on deadline and offer assistance as needed. Works with Executive Director and Producers (as needed) to establish and implement best practices related to Rundown Approval Process and Script Approval Guidelines in order to assure agreement on format, content, structure and flow of programming.
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Job Title: News Director, WFSU Public Media
Job ID: 60348
Posted Date: 2025-06-02
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU FM News
Job Description:
The News Director leads WFSU’s award-winning news operation, newsroom internship programs, and oversees journalism across on-air and digital programs and platforms. This position leads a talented team of reporters, producers, and hosts to coordinate daily and long-term coverage. The News Director works with other departments such as our Television and Digital teams within WFSU and among other News Directors at other Florida public media stations.
Bachelor's degree and four years of experience related to media, communications, and/or marketing services; or a high school diploma/equivalent and experience equal to eight years. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)
A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
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Job Title: Multimedia Journalist - WFSU Public Media (Panama City, FL)
Job ID: 61094
Posted Date: 2025-09-08
Close Date: Open until filled
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU FM News
Job Description:
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Job Title: Technical Support Analyst - Florida Center for Interactive Media (Part-time, OPS)
Job ID: 61054
Posted Date: 2025-09-04
Close Date: 2025-09-19
Job Family: OPS
Department: FL Ctr for Interactive Media
Job Description:
Florida Center for Interactive Media
High School Diploma or equivalent.
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