Join our Team!
Who We Are: With the support of our members and sponsors, Rhode Island PBS serves the needs of all generations within Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. We spark imagination, explore our history and reflect the values of our diverse community. Guided by civic engagement, we provide unique, high-quality local, national and international programming, and digital content that educates, inspires and engages.
Position: Television Technician
Reports to: Production Manager
Supervises: None
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Exempt / Non Exempt: Non-Exempt
Summary: The Television Technician works to support all aspects of studio, field production, and station operations. The Television Technicians bring technical experience to our Production team including running studio cameras, graphics, lighting, shading cameras or audio during the recording of Rhode Island PBS studio programming, as well as editing to provide high-quality production projects. Candidates with a background in technical operations, lighting, shooting and editing, or equivalent work experience is encouraged to apply.
Specific Duties (including but not limited to):
- Run studio cameras, lighting, or audio during the recording of Rhode Island
- Edit Rhode Island PBS programming
- Install TV lighting and audio equipment in studio
- Operate electronic field production (EFP) equipment on location.
- Operate master control equipment
Education / Experience / Qualifications:
- Education in Broadcasting Communications with a strong focus on technical operations, shooting and editing, or substantially equivalent work experience.
- Editing skills (Rhode Island PBS uses Final Cut Pro and/or Adobe Premiere).
- Demonstrated ability to operate field video cameras.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Apple and Linux Operating Systems
- Ability to lift up to fifty-(50) pounds.
- Ability to work standing for extended periods.
- Must have appropriate transportation.
- Work collaboratively in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
- Willing/able to take direction.
- Comfortable with tight deadlines
What We Offer:
At Rhode Island PBS, we foster a creative, dynamic workplace where employees can thrive, grow and connect with our mission. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health and Wellness Benefits including health, dental and vision insurance;
- 403(b) Retirement Plan Benefit that includes a 100% matching contribution up to 6% of the employee’s contribution, plus a pre-tax employer discretionary match up to 2% of the employee’s compensation;
- Paid Time Off package of 25 days, as well as a minimum of 12 holidays each year;
- Other Benefits Options include a flexible spending account, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, pet insurance, and other voluntary insurance options.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should email their application documents to careers@ripbs.org. Required application documents for this position include:
- Resume
- A Reel produced no longer than 6 months prior to your application submission that is between 45 seconds and 1 minute 30 seconds in length.
Rhode Island PBS is looking for reels that showcase the applicant’s experience with editing, transitions, and color correction. This is a great way to highlight your unique abilities so feel free to be creative!
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, based on business needs. Please indicate the position to which you are applying in the subject line of your email.
Rhode Island PBS is an equal-opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ candidates are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, military service, or genetic information.
No phone calls, please.
