Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking an experienced programming professional to lead the organization\u2019s programming strategy through content planning, program acquisition, scheduling, audience analysis, and producer partnerships. The Programming Manager oversees APT\u2019s programming operations, supervises staff, leads programming initiatives, and fosters relationships with producers, public media organizations, content providers, and community partners.<\/p>\n
This leadership role is critical to ensuring APT delivers high-quality, relevant programming that informs, educates, and inspires audiences across Alabama while advancing its public service mission. The successful candidate will be passionate about television programming and audience engagement, with the ability to maximize the reach, relevance, and impact of APT\u2019s content and services.<\/p>\n
What You\u2019ll Do<\/p>\n
Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate programming content and related communication initiatives that support APT\u2019s mission, audience needs, and strategic priorities.
\nSupervise staff, providing direction and training while ensuring achievement of departmental goals.
\nManage and oversee the organization\u2019s programming budget.
\nDevelop and maintain relationships with producers, distributors, public media organizations, educational institutions, community partners, and content providers while identifying programming opportunities, coordinating content acquisition activities, and negotiating programming agreements.
\nDevelop programming schedules to ensure seamless broadcasting.
\nCoordinate special programming initiatives and pledge programming activities that support audience engagement, fundraising efforts, and strategic organizational goals.
\nEnsure program logs meet FCC standards and station policies.
\nDevelop and manage programming communications, website content, featured programming highlights, and promotional materials that increase audience awareness and engagement.
\nSupport membership and fundraising efforts through programming promotions, ticket offers, special presentations, and audience engagement initiatives.
\nCoordinate programming information with internal and external stakeholders and collaborate with the Multiplatform Content Department to analyze audience engagement, content performance, and promotional effectiveness to inform programming strategies.
\nContribute to the development and distribution of APT\u2019s weekly newsletter.
\nRespond to viewer inquiries about programming and scheduling.
\nMinimum Qualifications<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Journalism, Broadcasting, Communications, Media Studies, or a closely related field.
\nSix (6) years of professional experience in television broadcasting, public media programming, or related operations, including at least two (2) years of professional experience in program planning, content acquisition, scheduling, program development, or programming management.
\nPreferred Qualifications<\/p>\n
Experience with PBS programming services, scheduling platforms, policies, and standards.
\nExperience managing programming budgets, negotiating content acquisition agreements, and overseeing broadcast scheduling operations.
\nExperience analyzing audience engagement, ratings, digital analytics, or content performance metrics to inform programming decisions.
\nExperience coordinating content partnerships with producers, distributors, educational organizations, or media partners.
\nSupervisory or management experience.
\nFamiliarity with FCC regulations, broadcast standards, and compliance reporting.
\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities<\/p>\n
Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
\nStrong interpersonal skills.
\nAbility to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
\nKnowledge of television programming, content acquisition, and scheduling principles.
\nKnowledge of broadcast industry trends, content distribution platforms, and viewer engagement practices.
\nAbility to analyze data and audience insights to support strategic decision-making.
\nAbility to effectively supervise, coach, and develop staff.
\nWhy Join APT?<\/p>\n
At Alabama Public Television, you\u2019ll help shape the programming that informs, educates, and inspires audiences throughout Alabama. This position offers the opportunity to influence the viewing experience of communities statewide while working with a collaborative team dedicated to serving the public through trusted, impactful media.<\/p>\n
SALARY RANGE<\/p>\n
$59,272.80 \u2013 $99,669.60 (commensurate with experience)<\/p>\n
Our Benefits Include:<\/p>\n
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, cancer, and flexible spending account (FSA) benefits, effective on date of hire.
\nPension plan
\nPaid annual and sick leave
\nPaid parental leave
\nThirteen paid holidays
\nPSLF Qualifying Employer
\nHow To Apply<\/p>\n
Alabama Public Television is currently accepting resumes for preliminary consideration.<\/p>\n
Interested candidates should submit:<\/p>\n
Cover letter
\nResume
\nMaterials should be submitted to humanresources@aptv.org.<\/p>\n
Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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