Job Description

VIDEO AND MOTION GRAPHICS PRODUCER

WHO WE ARE:
Serving the country’s fifth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 5 million people monthly through KERA TV , KERA News , KXT , WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle . For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.

As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.

POSITION SUMMARY:

KERA is seeking a full-time Video Producer / Motion Graphics Producer to join our growing Creative Services team. This role is central to modernizing KERA’s visual identity across broadcast, digital, and social platforms, as well as creating original content.

The ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller with expertise in non-fiction editing, motion design, and animation, and can balance creativity with efficiency. This person should be fluent in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and Audition, with a firm grasp on narrative flow, design, and technical requirements for multiple platforms.

This role will also support field production and, if skilled, bring valuable livestreaming production experience to elevate KERA’s live programming and community events.

This position is classified as FLSA exempt, reports to the Director of Creative Production, and is part of the larger Audience Development team. This role offers opportunities for growth and leadership in a collaborative, creative team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you do not meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be a good fit, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.

• Edit long- and short-form videos in Adobe Premiere, including broadcast episodes, digital-first stories, and social shorts.
• Create motion graphics and animations in After Effects to modernize KERA’s visual identity, including lower thirds, transitions, and animated explainers.
• Design and edit graphics packages for broadcast, streaming, and social media.
• Reformat video content for multiple platforms (broadcast, web, vertical/social).
• Handle color correction and audio cleanup to meet broadcast and digital delivery standards.
• Organize and maintain project files, assets, and media libraries.
• Tell compelling local, statewide, and national stories through editing and motion design.
• Serve occasionally as a backup field shooter and support livestream productions (bonus).
• Collaborate with producers, designers, and leadership to elevate the KERA brand across platforms.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Excellent video editing skills with Adobe Premiere.
• Strong proficiency in After Effects and motion graphics/animation.
• Love of storytelling and ability to adapt content for different audiences.
• Strong design eye and ability to modernize brand visuals.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaboration skills and ability to absorb feedback.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and efficiency.
• Excellent time management skills.

BONUS IF YOU BRING:

• Experience with livestreaming production (OBS, Wirecast, vMix, or similar).
• Passion for public media and mission-driven storytelling.
• Experience in marketing, advertising, nonprofit, or media environments.
• Shooting/field production experience.

SALARY RANGE
$60,000-$68,000, annually  depending on experience

  BENEFITS

• Generous vacation (3 weeks), sick (8 days), personal time (2 days) and holidays (11)
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance 
• KERA-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
• 401k plan with KERA-match after 6 months
• Robust employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of their household
• Strong company culture focused on connection, belonging and professional growth  

LOCATION:

We expect that this position will work out of our downtown Dallas office at least 50% of the time. More time on or offsite may be required based on production schedule.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
• Attach a resume and cover letter summarizing why you are the best fit for the role
• Attach a work portfolio or website link (required to apply)

KERA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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