Careers at Kansas City PBS

At Kansas City PBS, we strive to educate, inform, and enrich our community with quality programming and services. Our committed team of professionals works every day to fulfill this mission and we are always looking for talented people to add to our team. 

Kansas City PBS and its fellow brands 90.9 The Bridge and Flatland offer a range of professional opportunities. From nonprofit development to multimedia journalism to music discovery, there is something for everybody. 

Whether you are a seasoned professional in the field or a newbie with innovative ideas, please take a moment to check out the various job opportunities currently available at our station. If you have questions or if your organization would like to be notified of future job vacancies at Kansas City PBS, please email our team at humanresources@kansascitypbs.org.

Location:
Kansas City, MO

REPORTS TO:
Chief Content Officer

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:
Hourly/Non-exempt

Salary Range:
$60,000-$63,000

About KCPBS:
KCPBS is Kansas City’s public media station, committed to informing, inspiring, and enriching our community through trusted journalism, compelling storytelling, and innovative technology.  We are seeking a Content & Programming Coordinator to join our team.

Position Summary:
The Content & Programming Coordinator is an administrative role that works across departments to ensure all content is delivered accurately, on time, and to the correct platforms.

Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of public media in Kansas City. You’ll work with a passionate team, lead meaningful innovation, and make a lasting impact on how our community connects with trusted content.

If interested in this exciting opportunity, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@kansascitypbs.org. Please include in your cover letter how you found out about this position. 

Kansas City PBS is an E-Verify, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Company:
Public Television 19, Inc.

Reports To:
Chief Human Resources Officer

Classification:
Hourly / Non-Exempt

Wage:
$20/Hour

About the Role
We’re looking for a friendly, professional, and organized Part-Time Receptionist to be the 
welcoming face and voice of our station. This role is essential in creating a positive first 
impression for visitors and callers while providing exceptional customer service and 
administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact at the front desk, greeting visitors warmly and 
  assisting with inquiries.
• Answer and direct all incoming calls promptly and courteously.
• Manage and distribute customer service emails.
• Assist with mail services, including FedEx and UPS shipments.
• Maintain meeting room schedules and provide support for setup.
• Offer vacation and sick leave coverage for the front desk as needed.
• Perform general administrative and clerical tasks.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong customer service skills with a sense of urgency and professionalism.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Pleasant and professional telephone voice.
• Positive, confident, and team-oriented attitude.
• Flexibility to occasionally work full days for coverage.
   

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic experience with word processing software.

Why Join Us?
At Public Television 19, Inc., we value teamwork, creativity, and community. If you enjoy interacting with people and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!

If interested in this exciting opportunity, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@kansascitypbs.org. Please include in your cover letter how you found out about this position.

Kansas City PBS is an E-Verify, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Internship Terms (dates can be flexible)

Spring: January – May (decision date: October)

Summer: May – August (decision date: February)

Fall: August – December (decision date: May)

Location: 

Kansas City, MO

Reports to: 

Digital Engagement Manager

Classification: 

Part-time, Hourly

Salary Range: 

$00.00-$00.00

About KCPBS:

At Kansas City PBS, a rich legacy of service has laid the foundation for a limitless future with our community. Our content platforms — television, radio, digital and education — exist to serve our region. We advance conversations through community engagement and social media, explore complicated issues with thoughtful reporting, and share the stories of people, places, and progress in our community. 

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Digital Engagement Manager, this part-time, temporary role is a vital resource for the entire Marketing department. While the primary focus is on implementing the social media strategy for Kansas City PBS, Flatland, and 90.9 The Bridge, the intern will also provide crucial support across various marketing functions, including web management, drafting press releases, proofing marketing grids, and other miscellaneous marketing assistance.

This position plays a key role in translating marketing and development goals into compelling social media and digital content. The intern will support the creation of relevant, engaging content that deepens the station’s relationship with audiences, accurately reflects our mission, and drives social media audience engagement and growth. They will also collaborate with producers to effectively promote local content across all digital and broadcast platforms.

The ideal candidate is tapped into pop culture and social trends, demonstrating the ability to not just follow but trend-set. They possess a genuine passion for social media and community engagement, keen attention to detail, and exceptional writing skills. 

What You Will Learn:

• This internship is designed to be a significant learning experience that provides tangible, career-ready skills. Upon completion of this placement, the intern will have gained:
• Hands-on experience supporting the development of and executing a comprehensive social media strategy for three distinct media brands (Kansas City PBS, 90.9 The Bridge, and Flatland) in a professional setting
• Proficiency in creating and editing multimedia content (graphics, short-form video) specifically optimized for different digital platforms and experience with content scheduling tools (i.e. Hootsuite).
• Practical knowledge of day-to-day marketing operations, including the process of drafting official communications like press releases and managing departmental planning grids.
• Exposure to the fundamentals of website maintenance and content management systems (CMS).
• Understanding of how to interpret social media metrics and analytics to measure performance and adjust strategies that drive engagement and growth.
• Experience working effectively within a professional media organization, collaborating with production, communications, and membership teams to achieve shared organizational goals.

Key Functions:

Social Media & Content Management 

• Support the creation and scheduling of brand-appropriate content, as well as posting in real-time daily across all social channels (Kansas City PBS, Flatland, 90.9 The Bridge).
• Work with key stakeholders to develop original content aligned with the unique brand voice and tone of each Kansas City PBS digital property.
• Support community engagement on social channels through direct responses to questions and interaction with comments to foster dialogue.
• Work with production staff and external production partners to identify opportunities for creating and distributing engaging short-form social media videos (e.g., Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts).
• Assist the Digital Engagement Manager and Communications and Engagement Manager in setting monthly and weekly priorities for each social media platform and supporting audience and engagement goals.

Cross-departmental Marketing Support

• Assist with content updates and maintenance on designated brand websites.
• Post and distribute various communications, including press releases, blog posts and media alerts.
• Provide general administrative and project assistance to the broader Marketing and Communications team as needed.

Qualifications:

• A genuine passion for pop culture, technology, and a commitment to staying up-to-date with emerging trends in social media and marketing.
• Excellent communication, professional writing, and grammar skills are essential.
• Highly detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and contribute collaboratively within a cross-departmental team.
• Availability to occasionally work outside of normal business hours for special events or campaigns.

Required Education and Experience:

• Pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field (i.e. Film, Media). Equivalent job experience will be considered.
• Prior (and proven) experience managing or contributing to a professional social media account a plus.
• Experience editing and posting videos to social media platforms (e.g., Instagram/TikTok/YouTube Shorts).
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Photoshop) or equivalent digital media editing tools is a plus.
• A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of public media in Kansas City. You’ll work with a passionate team, support meaningful storytelling, and make a lasting impact on how our community connects with trusted content.

How to Apply

If interested in this exciting opportunity, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@kansascitypbs.org. Please include in your cover letter how you found out about this position.

Kansas City PBS is an E-Verify, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Internship Terms (dates can be flexible)
Spring: January – May (decision date: October)
Summer: May – August (decision date: February)
Fall: August – December (decision date: May)

Location: 
Kansas City, MO

Reports to: 
Events Manager

Classification: 
Part-time, Hourly

Salary Range: 
$00.00-$00.00

About KCPBS:
At Kansas City PBS, a rich legacy of service has laid the foundation for a limitless future with our community. Our content platforms — television, radio, digital and education — exist to serve our region. We advance conversations through community engagement and social media, explore complicated issues with thoughtful reporting, and share the stories of people, places, and progress in our community. 

Position Summary:
Are you passionate about helping community-centered events come to life? Kansas City PBS is looking for an enthusiastic Events Intern to assist our team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, marketing, and community engagement with one of Kansas City’s most trusted local media organizations.

Reporting to the Events Manager, this part-time, temporary role is a vital resource for bringing our community-centered events to life. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, logistics management, public relations, and community engagement with one of Kansas City’s most trusted local media organizations.

The Events Intern is responsible for supporting the entire events lifecycle, from creative conceptualization and vendor coordination to hands-on execution and post-event analysis. The intern will provide crucial on-site support for both private and public events hosted by Kansas City PBS, Flatland, and 90.9 The Bridge.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, action-oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a genuine passion for creating memorable and impactful experiences for the public.

What You Will Learn:

This internship is designed to be a significant learning experience that provides tangible, career-ready skills in the events and project management fields. Upon completion of this placement, the intern will have gained:

• Practical experience in the planning, coordination, execution, and breakdown phases of diverse events (screenings, fundraisers, community forums, etc.).
• Proficiency in managing vendor communications, contract tracking, scheduling logistics (catering, A/V, photography), and budget tracking for multiple concurrent projects.
• Hands-on ability to manage event flow, direct volunteers, coordinate setup/teardown, and quickly resolve day-of operational challenges.
• Exposure to creating event-specific collateral, including basic graphics, presentations, signage, and contributing creative ideas for audience engagement materials.
• Experience working effectively with internal teams (Marketing, Production, Membership) and external community partners to achieve successful event outcomes.

Key Functions:

• Events Planning & Logistics Coordination
• Participate actively in KCPBS team meetings, technical rehearsals, and live events, representing the Events team.
• Manage vendor communications and coordinate logistics, including scheduling meetings, arranging catering, booking photography/videography, and sourcing event materials.
• Assist with maintaining and organizing event supplies, equipment inventory, and managing recommended vendor lists.
• Assist with building tours and walkthroughs for facility rental inquiries.
• Collaborate with Marketing Intern to ensure that all materials are in alignment
   

Event Execution & On-Site Support

• Provide essential on-site support during events, including setup, teardown, registering guests, vendor coordination, volunteer direction, and guest assistance.
• Create necessary digital assets, such as slideshows, music playlists, and simple graphics/signage for event use.
• Contribute creative and actionable ideas for event elements, including handouts, activities, speaker needs, educational components, decor, and signage.
• Support other event-related responsibilities as tasked, ensuring all events run smoothly and professionally.
• 15 – 20 hours per week
• The standard schedule will typically be Tuesday – Thursday (times are flexible).
• Some weekends & evenings will be required based on the event schedule and will be agreed upon in advance

Required Skills:

• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated
• professionalism when interacting with vendors, staff, and event attendees.
• Action-oriented with a proactive approach to anticipating needs and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using event platforms such as Eventbrite are preferred.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and basic presentation/design tools (e.g., PowerPoint/Keynote/Canva).

Required Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in college/university program is preferred.
• Must be interested in event planning, communications, marketing, hospitality, or a related field.
• Prior event or project management experience (professional, academic, or volunteer) is highly desirable.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of public media in Kansas City. You’ll work with a passionate team, support meaningful community engagement, and make a lasting impact on how our community connects with trusted content.

How to Apply

If interested in this exciting opportunity, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@kansascitypbs.org. Please include in your cover letter how you found out about this position.

Kansas City PBS is an E-Verify, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.