Job Opening – Producer/Reporter

Job Title: Producer/Reporter – The Florida Channel
Job ID: 63819
Posted Date: 2026-11-05
Close Date: 2026-11-20
Job Family: MEDIA
Department: WFSU Florida Channel

Job Description:

With offices and a studio located on the 9th floor of the state Capitol building in Tallahassee, FL, The Florida Channel (TFC) produces programming covering all three branches of state government and is Florida’s primary source for live, unedited coverage of the Governor and Cabinet, the Legislature, and the Supreme Court. TFC programming is carried by PBS stations throughout Florida as one of their digital sub-channels and delivered statewide by satellite to other program distributors. Live streaming of as many as (14) simultaneous events and archived content are available online.

Responsibilities

  • Serves as Producer for Capitol Update/News Brief. Duties include but are not limited to: Assisting in researching and assigning stories, overseeing rundowns, and reviewing information for content and accuracy. Coordinates with other departments in the timely delivery of TFC programs. Demonstrates good organization and communication skills to carry out assignments with limited supervision. 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. Ability to accurately time shows and respond quickly to issues that may arise in live production. Ability to monitor daily progress of each team member to keep production on deadline and offer assistance as needed. Works with Executive Director, News Manager and Producers (as needed) to establish and implement best practices related to Rundown Approval Process and Script Approval Guidelines to ensure agreement on format, content, structure and flow of programming.
  • Serves as a Reporter for Capitol Update/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 standups; 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 newsgathering. Required to follow established guidelines and policy while striving to maintain TFC?s integrity and reputation. Adheres to related timelines to ensure all standards, needs and deadlines are met.
  • Provides production support. Travel is required and ability to work a flexible schedule, as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)
  • A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

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