Freelance Reporter

Position Closing Date: Ongoing

General Function and Job Duties:
PBS Charlotte is looking for an experienced freelance reporter. The position would primarily consist of accompanying a videographer on shoots for stories airing on the station’s weekly program “Carolina Impact.”

Characteristics Duties and Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for logging interviews, writing a package and voice tracking your story. You will be paid a flat rate upon completion of the five-minute story.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicant must have at least two years of journalism experience and be an excellent storyteller. You must also know how to manage your time and meet deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
• Strong communications skills
• Works well independently and with a team
• Computer and office skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

How to apply:
Email links to 2-3 samples of packages that have aired on a TV program to localcontent@wtvi.org and add Freelance Reporter in the subject line.

WTVI Show Producer/Reporter - (WTVI PBS Charlotte)

Position Closing Date:March 20, 2023 or Open Until Filled

General Function and Job Duties:
Local show producer/reporter is responsible for all editorial processes and content. This person will also be able to execute the responsibilities of writing and producing all forms of content including, but not limited to interstitials, packages and documentaries. This person will be the project manager of all WTVI local content.

Characteristics Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Researches best practices and possible video content and distribution sources.

2. Creates video content.

3. Manages local production schedule timelines.

4. Writes, reports and produces local segments and programs.

5. Reviews other reporters and freelancers’ content.

6. Coordinates freelancers, videographers, and editors for shoots.

7. Adheres to the highest level of journalistic content, best practices and follows all production PBS guidelines for quality and editorial integrity.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Journalism or related field and/or at least five years of work experience in television producing/reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
Excellent Communication Skills with solid news judgment

Excellent writing and producing skills

Excellent time management

Exemplifies high quality news judgement

Ability to think and respond quickly

Ability to multi-task and work in collaborative and creative environment

Dedicated to teamwork

Required Documents:

1. A completed Central Piedmont application must be completed on-line. During the on-line application process, applicants will be prompted to upload or build a cover letter and resume.
2. College transcripts (if required for the position) must be attached on-line in the "additional documents" section of the application process.
3. Applicants that do not have an electronic copy of their transcripts, or find the electronic copy is rejected on-line due to the file size, may fax their transcripts to (704) 330-6066 for attachment to the on-line application.
4. All applications must be received in the Human Resources office by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date posted to be guaranteed for consideration. Applications of qualified candidates received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Conditions of employment:

Salary for this position is $59,608 - $95,372. Pay grade for this position is N. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 25% percentile. Contract type is Administrative. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include off-shift hours, evening and weekend assignments may be required of any position. All positions are subject to budget approval. Central Piedmont offers an excellent benefits package to full-time employees including Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Benefits, Disability and more.

How to apply:
Apply for this position here.

WTVI Development Specialist - (WTVI-PBS Charlotte)

Position Closing Date:April 15, 2023 or Open Until Filled

General Function and Job Duties:
This position will manage and grow our individual donor base by focusing on on-air pledges and creating cultivation events to gain donors and grow more major donors.

Characteristics Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Acts as pledge producer.

2. Creates donor-centric events and mailers to increase the number of donors and major donors.

3. Assists in member follow-up.

4. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution and one year of related experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
Excellent creative thinking and analytical skills

Excellent problem solving skills

Willingness and focus on helping others

Excellent independent judgement

Ability to employ facts and drive the bottom line

Required Documents:

1. A completed Central Piedmont application must be completed on-line. During the on-line application process, applicants will be prompted to upload or build a cover letter and resume.
2. College transcripts (if required for the position) must be attached on-line in the "additional documents" section of the application process.
3. Applicants that do not have an electronic copy of their transcripts, or find the electronic copy is rejected on-line due to the file size, may fax their transcripts to (704) 330-6066 for attachment to the on-line application.
4. All applications must be received in the Human Resources office by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date posted to be guaranteed for consideration. Applications of qualified candidates received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Conditions of employment:

Salary for this position is $41,600 - $59,490. Pay grade for this position is J. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 25% percentile. Contract type is Professional. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include off-shift hours, evening and weekend assignments may be required of any position. All positions are subject to budget approval. Central Piedmont offers an excellent benefits package to full-time employees including Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Benefits, Disability and more.

How to apply:
Apply for this position here.

If you would like to receive job vacancy notices for available positions at PBS Charlotte, please contact our station with the name, mailing address, email address and telephone number of your organization’s contact person. Include as much information as you can regarding the types of vacancies the job seekers you refer may be interested in.

Please send your information to: Cheryl Raley, Director of Employee Recruitment & Selection at cheryl.raley@cpcc.edu or call 704.330.6631.

Requests for accommodations in the application or selection process must be submitted to the Human Resources office and include an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 704.330.6631 if you need to request an accommodation.

About CPCC Located in Charlotte, N.C., Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) is a nationally recognized leader in workforce development with a commitment to teaching and learning excellence. As a learning-centered organization focusing on documented learning outcomes, the college provides high-quality programs and services within a supportive environment.

CPCC is one of the largest community colleges in the state, boasting six campuses that serve 70,000 individuals each year. The college offers more than 300 degree, diploma and certificate programs in a number of areas, including technical/vocational, health, culinary, hospitality, STEM, and professional careers, as well as a comprehensive college transfer program. The college also offers a wide selection of Corporate and Continuing Education programs and courses. These offerings are designed to address the personal, professional, organizational and economic development needs of the community and are market-inspired, growth-oriented and entrepreneurial in nature.

ABOUT Central Piedmont

Central Piedmont Community College is Mecklenburg County’s resource for academic excellence and cultural enrichment. Central Piedmont is in close proximity to the Queen City’s robust public transportation system, professional sports arenas, and a number of premiere restaurant and shopping outlets that attract visitors from Mecklenburg County and beyond. Today, close to 40,000 students call Central Piedmont home. With eight locations, it is one of the largest community colleges in the Carolinas and serves people of all ages who seek a real-world, affordable, hands-on education that will transform their lives and strengthen the economic, social, and cultural environment of Mecklenburg County.

Notice of Nondiscrimination
As a recipient of federal funds, Central Piedmont is required to comply with Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq. (“Title IX”), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs or activities. Central Piedmont Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities, including in the context of admission or employment.