North Carolina
Digital Science Storyteller - MNS65015795
North Carolina, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
**Agency**Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources**Division**Museum of Natural Sciences**Job Classification Title**Television Producer Director (NS)**Position Number**65015795**Grade**NC12The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!**Description of Work**The Digital Science Storyteller translates complex scientific concepts into engaging, accessible, and relatable narratives using a variety of modern digital media formats. This individual demonstrates strong proficiency across multiple forms of communication—written, visual, and multimedia—and applies these skills to connect with diverse audiences. By leveraging interactive technologies and creative storytelling techniques, they make abstract ideas tangible, memorable, and meaningful. Their work supports the museum’s mission to inspire curiosity and foster public understanding of science.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Identify and develop story opportunities in collaboration with scientists and educators to highlight research, programs, and events.
- Lead end-to-end video production, including storyboarding, scripting, filming, editing, and delivery of multimedia content.
- Conduct on-camera interviews with scientists and educators, shaping insights into compelling, narrative-driven stories.
- Translate complex scientific concepts into accessible, engaging video and written content for diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, Digital Media Exhibits) to align video content with institutional goals and campaigns.
- Produce content in multiple formats, including short-form social media videos, long-form features, and exhibit media.
- Write scripts, outlines, and copy for video, social media, and digital platforms that reflect the museum’s voice and mission.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Recruitment Range: $45,926.00 - $73,556.00****To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Management Preferences vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and are not required. Applicants who possess the following Management Preferences are preferred:* Demonstrated experience in professional video production (filming, editing, and/or directing).* Experience writing scripts, storyboards, and supporting video copy.* Knowledge of conceptualize and execute compelling media narratives that support institutional messaging.* Demonstrated experience with communicating complex topics (science, history, etc.), translating them into accessible, audience-friendly stories.* Knowledge of conducting and filming professional interviews.**Position/Physical Requirements:*** Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch and occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work required as needed.**This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.**Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.**This position is located at:**11 West Jones St.Raleigh, NC 27601**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree in public relations, broadcasting, emerging media, radio, television production, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution**AND**one year of related experience;**OR**equivalent combination of education and experience.**Section/Unit Description**The **Interpretation & Planning** **Section** is responsible for developing a cohesive vision, strategy, and set of interpretive initiatives that situate the mission of the museum within the context of societal needs and interests. These initiatives leverage the unique resources of NCMNS and include scientific research, collections, museum facilities, and talented team of educators, exhibit and digital media developers, program designers, science communicators, and evaluators, as well as numerous and valued partnerships with universities, state agencies, and mission-aligned nonprofits and community groups.**Division Description**The State’s Museum devoted to science and nature, **North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences** in central Raleigh is the largest institution of its kind in the Southeastern United States and, with over a million visitors a year, the state’s most visited museum. Its 300,000 square foot downtown campus is augmented by Prairie Ridge Ecostation and satellite facilities in Whiteville, Greenville, and Contentnea Creek. Together, they provide a variety of curriculum-focused classes onsite, offsite, outdoors, and online for pre-kindergarten through graduate students across the state.As a museum of nature, we integrate the dual concepts of illumination and inspiration with the work we do and the many stories we tell. In a time of unprecedented environmental challenges, nothing could be more critical. This nexus of ideas makes us unique. Across three vibrant floors of laboratories and exhibitions, our Nature Research Center provides an unparalleled opportunity to see science in action by watching museum researchers studying the natural world in real time. In the Nature Exploration Center, exhibits and live animal displays reveal North Carolina’s rich natural habitats, wildlife, and geology from the Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.Our programs and activities impact people in all the state’s one hundred counties. We develop a variety of exhibits to share with institutions across North Carolina and support other museums by administering the North Carolina Science Museums Grant Program. We also engage the state’s students indirectly by providing professional development training for teachers, research opportunities for classrooms, and outdoor learning environments on school campuses.**Click**
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Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Identify and develop story opportunities in collaboration with scientists and educators to highlight research, programs, and events.
- Lead end-to-end video production, including storyboarding, scripting, filming, editing, and delivery of multimedia content.
- Conduct on-camera interviews with scientists and educators, shaping insights into compelling, narrative-driven stories.
- Translate complex scientific concepts into accessible, engaging video and written content for diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, Digital Media Exhibits) to align video content with institutional goals and campaigns.
- Produce content in multiple formats, including short-form social media videos, long-form features, and exhibit media.
- Write scripts, outlines, and copy for video, social media, and digital platforms that reflect the museum’s voice and mission.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Recruitment Range: $45,926.00 - $73,556.00****To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Management Preferences vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and are not required. Applicants who possess the following Management Preferences are preferred:* Demonstrated experience in professional video production (filming, editing, and/or directing).* Experience writing scripts, storyboards, and supporting video copy.* Knowledge of conceptualize and execute compelling media narratives that support institutional messaging.* Demonstrated experience with communicating complex topics (science, history, etc.), translating them into accessible, audience-friendly stories.* Knowledge of conducting and filming professional interviews.**Position/Physical Requirements:*** Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch and occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work required as needed.**This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.**Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.**This position is located at:**11 West Jones St.Raleigh, NC 27601**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree in public relations, broadcasting, emerging media, radio, television production, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution**AND**one year of related experience;**OR**equivalent combination of education and experience.**Section/Unit Description**The **Interpretation & Planning** **Section** is responsible for developing a cohesive vision, strategy, and set of interpretive initiatives that situate the mission of the museum within the context of societal needs and interests. These initiatives leverage the unique resources of NCMNS and include scientific research, collections, museum facilities, and talented team of educators, exhibit and digital media developers, program designers, science communicators, and evaluators, as well as numerous and valued partnerships with universities, state agencies, and mission-aligned nonprofits and community groups.**Division Description**The State’s Museum devoted to science and nature, **North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences** in central Raleigh is the largest institution of its kind in the Southeastern United States and, with over a million visitors a year, the state’s most visited museum. Its 300,000 square foot downtown campus is augmented by Prairie Ridge Ecostation and satellite facilities in Whiteville, Greenville, and Contentnea Creek. Together, they provide a variety of curriculum-focused classes onsite, offsite, outdoors, and online for pre-kindergarten through graduate students across the state.As a museum of nature, we integrate the dual concepts of illumination and inspiration with the work we do and the many stories we tell. In a time of unprecedented environmental challenges, nothing could be more critical. This nexus of ideas makes us unique. Across three vibrant floors of laboratories and exhibitions, our Nature Research Center provides an unparalleled opportunity to see science in action by watching museum researchers studying the natural world in real time. In the Nature Exploration Center, exhibits and live animal displays reveal North Carolina’s rich natural habitats, wildlife, and geology from the Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.Our programs and activities impact people in all the state’s one hundred counties. We develop a variety of exhibits to share with institutions across North Carolina and support other museums by administering the North Carolina Science Museums Grant Program. We also engage the state’s students indirectly by providing professional development training for teachers, research opportunities for classrooms, and outdoor learning environments on school campuses.**Click**
**to learn about employee perks and benefits.****Click**
**to see the Total Compensation Calculator.****Supplemental and Contact Information**The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), #J-18808-Ljbffr