The TV Host & Reporter III plans, writes, produces, and hosts news stories for Southwest Florida in Focus, WGCU’s nightly news program. This professional-level position is responsible for overseeing content and production elements during broadcast programming, ensuring high editorial and production standards. The role ensures the editorial integrity of the production process and provides guidance on story development, content strategy, and execution to support engaging and accurate news coverage for Southwest Florida.

WGCU is Southwest Florida’s source for PBS and NPR. A member-supported service of Florida Gulf Coast University, WGCU provides educational programming that inspires, informs and engages our community. Serving all or part of 12 counties in south and Southwest Florida, with five distinct digital TV channels, two FM radio channels, two HD radio channels, and multiple websites, WGCU delivers national and international programming, and develops, produces and delivers relevant, informative and educational local programs to the region.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Writes, produces, and presents news stories and segments for WGCU’s nightly broadcast.
• Collaborates with the news team to plan program topics and develop content for the weekly television newscast, including curating news from internal and external sources.
• Researches topics, studies background information, and conducts interviews to prepare for programs and longer-form segments.
• Writes scripts, segues, and supporting material; gathers and rewrites information to deliver clear, accurate, and compelling news stories.
• Works with editors to develop video packages for broadcast.
• Coordinates with the news team to schedule guests and manage logistics for program taping.
• Ensures editorial integrity of the production process and provides guidance on content selection and story execution.
• Maintains a professional on-camera presence while delivering news calmly, clearly, and in a timely manner.
• Identifies content for distribution across digital and broadcast platforms and develops multi-platform treatments for stories.
• Assists with program distribution both online and off-air.
• Works with the Executive Producer of Content to support production needs, address challenges, and implement solutions.
• Represents WGCU Public Broadcasting at community events and public appearances.

Other Duties:

• May supervise student workers, interns, or OPS staff as assigned.
• Participates in on-air fundraising campaigns.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires either ten years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Professional full time experience in television broadcasting.
• Experience with producing, scripting, and editing long format documentaries.
• Superior on-air voice quality and network quality hosting.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Two years professional, full-time experience in television broadcasting, particularly for public broadcasting.
• Experience using After Effects, Live Type, Motion, and Photoshop.
• Experience using field cameras.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
• Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.
• Knowledge of public broadcasting industry; awareness of new techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and guidelines established by professional organizations and/or governing agencies.
• Excellent oral, verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in current digital audio editing and general desktop software applications.
• Skilled in researching topics for news and interview broadcasts utilizing various resources.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty, staff, students, and the general public.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Ability to perform effectively in live, multi-camera studio productions.
• Ability to use microphones, portable recording devices, and video studio production equipment.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively within the community and willing to contribute to a team effort.
• Ability to diffuse and respond professionally to stressful situations and difficult people.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation:

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.

Pay Grade 17

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.