Emerging Media Producer

the South Dakota State Government•Vermillion, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emerging Media Producer is a high-profile member of the South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) Entertainment team and works closely with the Digital department to expand SDPB’s online presence through digital-only storytelling. The producer attends SDPB-covered events—including Dakota Life community events, South Dakota high school sports and activities, arts and cultural gatherings, and other Entertainment initiatives—and creates short-form videos, behind-the-scenes features, interactive social media content, and visual stories for SDPB’s online platforms. The role calls for an energetic, organized, goal-focused digital storyteller who can produce content from start to finish and help audiences statewide connect with SDPB content. The position is based in Rapid City, Sioux Falls, or Vermillion, South Dakota. It is full-time, 40 hours per week, and pays $25.69–$32.09 per hour depending on qualifications. Frequent statewide travel and evening or weekend event work may be required. The role involves field production in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings and lifting, carrying, and setting up production equipment. Applicants must attach a resume and work samples related to videography/editing and writing. A National Career Readiness Certificate may also be submitted if possessed, but it is not required. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas; hires must verify identity and U.S. work eligibility and complete Form I-9. The state uses E-Verify for employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Requirements

Knowledge of current social media trends, best practices, and content formats across Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and emerging digital platforms.
Knowledge of video production principles, including shooting, lighting, audio capture, and composition for digital platforms.
Ability to produce and edit short-form videos optimized for social media, with strong pacing, clarity, and visual appeal.
Ability to write engaging, concise content for social media, websites, and digital features.
Ability to identify and develop digital-first story ideas, including behind-the-scenes content, quick-turn videos, interviews, and interactive audience elements.
Ability to organize multiple assignments and deadlines and maintain attention to detail in field production and post-production.
Ability to travel frequently statewide, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Ability to lift, carry, and set up production equipment, including cameras, lighting, and audio gear.
Ability to work effectively in indoor and outdoor environments, including fast-paced event settings.
Ability to work independently on location while communicating and coordinating with SDPB teams.
Applicants must attach a resume and work samples pertaining to videography/editing and writing.
Must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid driver’s license to safely operate SDPB vehicles is preferred.
A National Career Readiness Certificate may be submitted if possessed, but it is not necessary to be considered.

Responsibilities

Attend SDPB-covered events statewide, including Dakota Life community events, high school sports and activities, arts and cultural gatherings, and other Entertainment initiatives.
Create engaging short-form videos, behind-the-scenes features, interactive social media content, and visual stories for SDPB online platforms.
Produce content from start to finish, including field production and post-production.
Develop digital-first story ideas such as behind-the-scenes content, quick-turn videos, interviews, and interactive audience elements.
Write concise, engaging content for social media, websites, and digital features.
Organize multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
Work independently on location while coordinating and communicating with SDPB teams.
Travel frequently to covered events and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Lift, carry, and set up cameras, lighting, audio gear, and other production equipment.