State of Louisiana is hiring : TV MULTIMEDIA DIRECTOR (EDITOR) in Baton Rouge

Overview

The mission of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) is to provide programming that is intelligent, informative, educational, and entertaining. LPB connects the citizens of the state by creating content that showcases Louisiana’s unique history, people, places, and events.

The Production Department is seeking a TV Multimedia Director / Editor who can handle both production and post-production, creating content for broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate is a versatile storyteller with skills in producing, videography, editing, graphics, and animation, plus hands-on camera, lighting, and audio experience. Knowledge of broadcast / digital specs and live production is a strong asset.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Qualifications

• Six years of production experience in television, radio, or multimedia; OR Six years of production experience in television, radio, or multimedia; OR
• A bachelor’s degree in film studies, broadcasting, digital media, cinematography, or communications plus three years of production experience in television, radio, or multimedia.

Job Duties

The ideal candidate is a self-starter and collaborative storyteller with strong technical skills and a passion for production—particularly editing and post-production. They can manage projects independently, work under tight deadlines, and adapt to direction from multiple departments. Comfortable both leading and supporting, they build strong relationships across teams while delivering high-quality content.

Plan, direct, and produce broadcast and digital projects including documentaries, series, promos, and live shows.

Edit short-form and long-form content using Adobe Premiere Pro and other industry-standard tools.

Adapt content for multiple platforms (broadcast, web, and social media).

Monitor and enforce technical standards for video, audio, and graphics across projects.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type : Classified

Salary Information : The listed pay rate is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary will be set based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, in the Compensation Section.

Location : Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Work Schedule : Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday-Friday; however, varying work schedules are offered.

Division : Production Department

Louisiana Educational Television Authority is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

LETA is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, LETA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor. NOTE : Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check. All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.

Contact Information :

Megan Wright

Louisiana Educational TV Authority

7733 Perkins Rd.

Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Email : HumanResources@lpb.org

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