Photojournalist & Internship Program Leader

Pbs12; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

LTD

Life insurance

HSA

403b match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

PBS12 is seeking a dynamic Photojournalist and editor for an internship/apprenticeship program and original storytelling. The role blends mentorship with hands-on storytelling, using video, audio, and current editing tools to educate new creators.

Overall, the candidate should bring at least five years of TV/video experience, strong journalism ethics, and leadership skills to guide the next generation of PBS12 storytellers across TV, OTT, and digital platforms.

Qualifications

• Five years or more as a TV/video photojournalist.
• Experience with coaching, mentoring, teaching, or presenting at industry events (like NPPA Conferences).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift and carry 40lbs and occasionally up to 80lbs of equipment.
• Demonstrated excellent storytelling, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Strong computer and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere and the Adobe CC Suite.
• Drone experience and FAA Part 107 Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Tell compelling, impactful stories using video and audio and the latest editing/photography tools.
• Teach, coach, and mentor young creators; organize curriculum and guest speakers.
• Assist in creating and updating the internship/apprenticeship program.
• Work independently or with a team.
• Use graphics and new media forms to enhance stories.

Skills

Storytelling

Coaching/mentoring

Video editing

Adobe Premiere

Drone experience

Driver's license

Non-linear editing

Organizational skills

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe CC Suite

Job description

PBS12 is a dynamic, creative place to work with talented employees having diverse backgrounds and
interests who are committed to a common goal and work hard to achieve it.

The Mission of PBS12 is to create, curate, and distribute quality content that connects Coloradans with
their world. PBS12 content is educational, informative, entertaining, inspirational, and original.
PBS12 teammates are driven by the values of: respect, inclusivity, independence, curiosity, empathy,
joy, integrity, and trust.

Working together, PBS12 teammates are creating a culture of innovation, quality, transparency, and
accessibility.

The PBS12 team is committed to being good stewards of the PBS12 brand and its resources to ensure
PBS12 will serve Coloradans generations to come.

Job Description:

PBS12 is establishing an internship/apprenticeship program and is seeking an energetic, highly skilled, creative video Photojournalist and editor with a passion for storytelling, teaching, coaching, and mentoring.

This is a split role with 35% of the time being spent helping to lead, teach, and mentor participants in the
internship/apprenticeship program, and 65% of the time being spent on original storytelling. No live shots. No breaking news. Nights, weekends, and holidays are the exception and ONLY when the story or project demands it. Bring your passion and hustle; bring your curious mind and a sense of purpose and focus on helping PBS12 coach up the next generation of creators, providing them with the foundational skills and experiences to carry on an impactful tradition of ethical journalism and telling critical local stories that educate, inform, entertain, and inspire our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be able to tell a compelling, impactful story using video and audio as well as the latest editing
  and photography tools.
• Teach, coach, and mentor young creators; organize curriculum, guest speakers, and basic
  scheduling.
• Assist in the creation and updating of the internship/apprenticeship program.
• Work independently or with a team.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (phones, webcam interviews, generative A.I. etc.) to enhance stories.
• Be able to edit videos for TV, OTT, website, and social media.
• A clear understanding of the principles of journalism and ethical behaviors.
• Must be able to multitask, work on both short-term and long-term projects, and manage your time.

Required Skills:

• Five years or more as a TV/video photojournalist.
• Experience with coaching, mentoring, teaching, or presenting at industry events (like NPPA Conferences, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift and carry 40lbs and occasionally up to 80lbs of equipment.
• Demonstrated excellent storytelling, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Strong computer and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere and the Adobe CC Suite.
• Drone experience and FAA Part 107 Certification is a plus

Compensation: $75K-82.5K

Benefits:

• PBS12 offers a comprehensive benefits package with 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, LTD, and a $25k life insurance policy along with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid time off includes 11 holidays plus accrual of vacation, and sick days.
• Additionally, employees may participate in a 403b retirement plan with a 3% employer match after one year of service.

PBS12 is a dynamic, creative place to work. We have talented employees with diverse backgrounds and interests who are committed to a common goal and work hard to achieve it. On the air and off, in front of the cameras and behind the scenes, everyone at PBS12 plays an important role. PBS12 is an Aff…