Television Producer

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) is to provide programming that is intelligent, informative, educational, and entertaining. LPB connects the citizens of the state by creating content that showcases Louisiana’s unique history, people, places, and events. The Production Department is excited to announce an opening for a TV Producer —a dynamic opportunity for a creative storyteller who loves bringing compelling arts and cultural content to life. We’re looking for someone who can craft powerful narratives for both broadcast and digital platforms, with a strong foundation in writing and story development. The ideal candidate thrives in every stage of production— pre-production, production, and post-production —and is ready to jump in with fresh ideas and collaborative energy. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and collaborative storyteller with strong writing and editorial skills and a passion for documentary storytelling. Strong familiarity with the arts is a plus. The TV Producer will pitch and develop topics for series such as Louisiana Legends and will occasionally direct and produce documentaries, overseeing all aspects of production. Content may be short or long-form. Experience with Adobe Premiere and camera operation will help you shine in this role, and familiarity with live studio production is a significant plus.

Requirements

• Four years of production experience in television, radio, or multimedia; OR A bachelor’s degree in film studies, broadcasting, digital media, cinematography, or communications plus one year of production experience in television, radio, or multimedia.
• Strong writing skills and editorial judgment is a must.

Nice To Haves

• Strong familiarity with the arts is a plus.
• Ability to edit in Adobe Premiere is desired.
• Familiarity with live studio production is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, develop, and book interviews for broadcast and digital content, including documentaries, series, and live shows.
• Direct and conduct compelling on-camera interviews.
• Direct and/or shoot appropriate b-roll, compiling and developing graphics and other visual images as needed.
• Work with assigned editor to oversee all aspects of production.
• Ensure all deliverables meet technical specs for both broadcast and digital distribution.
• Stay current with emerging trends, tools, and delivery requirements for various delivery platforms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level