Media Production Fellow Job at KCPT - Kansas City PBS, Kansas City, MO

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  • KCPT - Kansas City PBS
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Media Production Fellow

 

The Filmmaking Fellow will take part in a one-year, full-time program that introduces early-career filmmakers to interdisciplinary best practices in media production, including technical, creative, and strategic aspects of the field. In addition to participating in monthly workshops and completing a capstone project, the Fellow will participate in monthly workshops, shadow/support members of the production team in-studio, during remote productions, and in underwriting and project awareness efforts and have the opportunity to attend a nation PBS conference for networking and skill-building. This role offers hands-on experience across various stages of the production process and includes opportunities for professional development and networking within the broader PBS station system.

 

Full-Time, Temporary

 

JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

• Plan, produce, and complete a 26:46 capstone film project over the course of the fellowship, exploring a significant aspect of 

Kansas City’s history, a current issue, or a notable achievement by community members.

• Shadow and assist members of the production team in various capacities during In-studio productions and remote productions.

• Support the creation of basic underwriting and awareness spots, including scripting, shooting, and editing short-form content.

• Apply PBS Editorial Standards and Practices as well as PBS Digital Studios Production Guidebook to comply with FCC guidelines and best practices.

 

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:

 

• Access to structured learning sessions led by experienced professionals.

• Knowledge of lighting techniques for studio and field production.

• Editing best practices using industry-standard software.

• Understanding of marketing strategies for film and digital content.

• Understanding of digital distribution methods and audience engagement strategies for project promotion.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

 

• Strong interest in visual storytelling and documentary filmmaking.

• Willingness to explore diverse perspectives and community voices.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting.

• Comfort receiving and incorporating feedback from mentors and peers.

• Dependability, time management, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work outside of normal business hours, flexing time to meet deadlines and attend station events as needed.

• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs.

 

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED (an equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered):

 

• Basic Familiarity with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).

• Basic familiarity of audio recording and mixing fundamentals.

• Understanding of media files management, organizing footage, and maintaining project workflows.

• Familiarity with remote production techniques (e.g., virtual interviews, mobile shooting setups).

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college, university, or technical program in film, media production, communications, journalism, or a related field or equivalent field experience in film or video production.

• Experience working on collaborative creative projects or in production environments (e.g., school media teams, internships, freelance work).

• Experience operating cameras, editing video, or assisting on film sets (academic, personal, or professional projects) preferred.

 

To be considered for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to humanresources@ kansascitypbs.org. Please include in your cover letter how you learned about this position.

 

Kansas City PBS is an E-Verify, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

 

 

Job Type: Full Time,Temporary

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Freelance, Internship, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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