Program Associate

Job Description

The Program Associate supports the PBS General Audience content teams, that includes the PBS National Program Service and all Syndicated Services across genres from Dramas to Investigative Reports, History, Climate, Arts and Culture, Science, Nature themed programs, among others as well as Independent films, by reviewing, screening and evaluating multi-platform content prior to distribution to ensure adherence to PBS standards, practices and all compliance related issues.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Review, Screen and Evaluate content for PBS Standards and Compliance
• Collaborate with Programming, Standards & Practices and related teams to attain compliance
• Create and distribute station-facing reports that include program timings and content information
• Assess sensitive content and recommend revisions to the program ratings as relevant
• Support Sr Manager, Programming & Operations in department project needs, special projects and as needed

Requirements for success:
• 1+ years of experience in administration or production in the media industry; television broadcasting and/or film production; or journalism; related writing or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Familiarity with PBS operations and procedures is preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good program judgment
• Excellent writing skills
• General knowledge of public broadcasting community
• Excellent communication skills
• Background or interest in television programming

PBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the EEOC and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkx4q0-216-73-216-180-42 in your application.