Posting number: TV PRODUCER-163737-10012026-KL
Department: LA Educational TV Authority
Job classification: TELEVISION PRODUCER
Posting type: Open
Categories: Telecommunications, Public Broadcasting
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.
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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.
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.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Pitch, develop, and book interviews for broadcast and digital content, including documentaries, series, and live shows.
As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a TV Producer – TV Senior Producer
Appointment Type: Probational
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Work Schedule: Eight (8) hour days - Monday-Friday; varying work schedules are offered.
Division: Production Department
Compensation: Applicants who possess experience greater than the minimum qualifications may be considered for a salary higher than the minimum hiring rate utilizing State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g).
No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Louisiana Educational TV Authority , 7733 Perkins Rd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Email: HumanResources@lpb.org
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