Careers

Join our dynamic team and help us deliver our mission to foster a love of learning, culture, and community using the power of public media.

We use the power of media for public good. We strengthen the civic fabric of Southern California, share our distinctive perspective with the rest of the nation, and provide our community with an essential connection to a wider world. We create, curate, and distribute content and experiences that open people’s minds, lift spirits, and connect people to each other and the world.

Please refer to the See Listed Jobs or Internships sections to see a listing of available positions. Please note, all job and internship positions are updated as they become available and will remain on the web until filled.

PBS SoCal is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Social Impact

Public media can be a powerful force in our communities, creating an environment where people are inspired to learn more about each other, do more to solve societal issues, and become their best possible selves. Our content is the first step. Our community outreach is the second. As community ambassadors and expert storytellers, we have the power to foster real social impact. To bring light to – and promote action to solve – critical issues faced by the local communities we serve.

Culture

PBS SoCal aims to lead public media innovation through transformative storytelling, services, and brands. The core of this vision is to focus and amplify the “California Voice” within public media and PBS to better serve local and national audiences well into the future.

At PBS SoCal we value imagination, courage, integrity, quality, intelligence, inclusiveness, being approachable, candor, and trust.

Benefits

PBS SoCal offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan (up to 4% match with no vesting period)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Remote Work
• Staff Appreciation Events

Internships

PBS SoCal is excited to offer an internship program designed for individuals seeking to learn about public media. This program will provide an opportunity for participants to gain valuable exposure to areas of business that support PBS SoCal’s mission, goals, and objectives. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for public media and want to learn and experience elements of the broadcast communications industry. Individuals who participate in our program will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions to our organization. We currently offer internship opportunities throughout the year.

Volunteering

"Contributions from Viewers like you" doesn't just apply to your pledges! If you have some spare time to volunteer, we welcome you on board! To submit your application please follow the steps below:

Volunteer Assignments May Include:

• Participate in Pledge drives
• Assist in fundraising and special events
• Join a team of volunteers doing mailings
• Provide administrative help
• Help with Membership Activities
• Help with education-related events and programs