Orange Media Network (OMN) KBVR-TV Entry-Level Show Producer 2025-2026

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University is seeking two part-time Entry-Level Show Producers for the Orange Media Network. The role involves producing live TV broadcasts and engaging new producers in the basics of show production. The position is ideal for currently enrolled students looking to gain experience in media production and broadcasting.

Qualifications

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university.
• Strong communication skills and public speaking comfort.
• Familiarity with live studio production is essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce one scheduled episode of a TV show per term.
• Ensure crew members are trained on equipment and given equal opportunities.
• Optimize shows for YouTube and handle captioning responsibilities.

Skills

Live studio production

Communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Feedback management

Education

Enrollment in high school, community college, or university

Job description

Orange Media Network (OMN) KBVR-TV Entry-Level Show Producer 2025-2026

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

For additional information please contact: Steven Sandberg at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Orange Media Network (OMN) KBVR-TV Entry-Level Show Producer 2025-2026

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Student Employee

Job Location

Position Appointment Percent

Position Appointment Percent 100

Appointment Basis

Appointment Basis 12

Pay Method

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate

Min Hourly Rate $14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate

Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) KBVR -TV Entry-Level Show Producer positions for the Orange Media Network at Oregon State University ( OSU ).

The KBVR -TV Entry-Level Show Producer is responsible for coordinating and producing occasional live TV broadcasts for KBVR -TV. This includes live TV shows broadcast on channel 26 and online, and the uploading of full episodes and online-exclusive content to KBVR’s online platforms, including YouTube.

Employment dates are as follows:

Full Start:Sept. 8, 2025 – June 15, 2026

Pay Rate

Full Start: 1 episode per term at $160 per episode

Position Duties

KBVR -TV Show Producer Responsibilities:

• Produce one scheduled episode of a TV show per term.
  • Examples could be sit-down interview show, late-night talk show, panel discussion, comedic “daily show” style, etc.
  • Every episode must include live in-studio segments
• Check in with Station Manager regularly in the leadup to the shoot to review progress, content, rundown, and other assistance. This position is intended to help newer producers learn the basics of producing a show, so frequent check-ins are required
• Episodes must be exactly 30 minutes (includes content, breaks and credits)
• Ensure all shows are properly staffed with dedicated crew members (director, TD, cameras, audio, etc.) Ensure volunteers are trained on equipment before the day of the show.
• Work to ensure all crew members are given equal opportunities to grow, learn, and try out new crew positions. A producer creates the vision for the show, but it must be executed by a crew. A successful producer will not take on responsibilities that should be done by crew (hosting, directing, etc.)
• Build a detailed rundown for each episode, and share rundown with the crew, and share with station manager at scheduled meetings
• When live show is completed, optimize show for YouTube and upload to KBVR -TV YouTube page within 24 hours and properly label it with appropriate title, description, tags, and cover image
• After every show, hold a show meeting with crew specifically to watch the episode and engage in feedback and critique.
• Responsible for ensuring all videos (both broadcast and online) have complete and accurate captioning. Provide full scripts, transcripts and prep material to station manager no later than 24 hours before airtime to ensure live captioners can review and ensure accuracy
• Other duties as assigned by the adviser

Communication:

• Respond to emails, messages and phone calls the same day, professionally representing OMN
• Notify adviser immediately should any ethical, legal, personnel or controversial problems occur
• Hold and post regular office hours each week for Orange Media Network, at least half of which should be during regular business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday). Hours may vary during different stages of the term
• Follow all OMN policies and procedures and hold all staff and volunteers to them as well
• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
  • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
  • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
  • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
  • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
  • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ( USCIS ). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services ( OIS ), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Additional Required Qualifications

● Familiar with live studio production

● Is a strong communicator and comfortable with public speaking

● Is organized and reliable

● Is comfortable giving and receiving feedback

● Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations

Preferred (Special) Qualifications

● Has previously been a crew member of KBVR -TV

● Prior attendance and participation in OMN training Camp

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Number

Posting Number P12071SE

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 2

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/08/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

Posting Date 04/29/2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date

Closing Date 12/01/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

For additional information please contact: Steven Sandberg at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Supplemental Questions

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