The Educational Workshop Facilitator Assistant helps run PBS KIDS family workshops at early learning centers throughout Jacksonville, welcoming families, preparing materials and supporting workshop activities.
Celebrate 25 years of WJCT’s “Electro Lounge” with host David Luckin at a free anniversary event and live broadcast Sept. 16 in Jacksonville.
WJCT Public Media names Karen Feagins its next president and CEO. The former WJCT executive returns August 31 to lead the Northeast Florida organization.
UNF research finds Jax PBS KIDS family workshops improve children’s science and social-emotional skills and help caregivers support learning at home.
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org Jacksonville Today Earns National Recognition in 2026 Nonprofit News Awards Four-part series “The Show Must Go On” named Best Investigative Journalism – Small Division June 29, 2026 — Jacksonville, Fla. — Jacksonville Today received national recognition from the Institute for Nonprofit News in its 2026 Nonprofit News Awards (the …
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media and VyStar Credit Union Launch Caregiving Event Series to Support Northeast Florida Caregivers Community-focused events provide practical resources, expert guidance, and connection for those navigating caregiving June 10, 2026 — Jacksonville, FL – WJCT Public Media, in partnership with VyStar Credit Union, invites the community to take …
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media and VyStar Credit Union Launch Caregiving Event Series to Support Northeast Florida Caregivers Community-focused events provide practical resources, expert guidance, and connection for those navigating caregiving June 10, 2026 — Jacksonville, FL – WJCT Public Media, in partnership with VyStar Credit Union, invites the community to take …
Right now, Congress is beginning to advance critical decisions regarding federal funding. As lawmakers debate the budget, citizens have a powerful opportunity to remind elected officials that a clear majority of Americans oppose defunding local stations, and to request that federal support for public media be fully restored. Use this link https://protectmypublicmedia.org/restore-funding-email/ to send a message to your congressional representatives. …
The Education Workshop Facilitator will play a vital role in WJCT’s educational outreach efforts, specifically related to our “Family and Community Learning” workshop series. This team member will conduct WJCT’s multi-generational PBS KIDS in-person workshops for families at early childhood centers throughout Jacksonville. This role is a 1099 contractor job.
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media Appoints Geri Cirillo as Interim President and CEO Cirillo’s 30+ years of service to the organization ensures consistency in daily operations while a national executive search progresses April 21, 2026 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media today announced the appointment of Geri Cirillo as Interim …
Name: Finley E.Title: “Meow The New and Improved Sarah”Grade: Kindergarten
Name: Allison C.Title: “The Legendary Dragon Fruit Tree”Grade: 3rd Grade
Name: Sasha S.Title: “Mika and the Kindness Tokeny”Grade: 3rd Grade
Name: Ryleigh S.Title: “The Story About the Magical Butterfly”Grade: 3rd Grade
Name: Ariana T.Title: “Blue, the Bold Blueberry & Max, the Mean Melon!”Grade: 2nd Grade
Name: Vivienne B.Title: “Stella and the Stink Bug”Grade: 2nd Grade
Name: Alia A.Title: “Birds are great!”Grade: 2nd Grade
Name: Ainslie P.Title: “The Lion Who Learned how to Dance”Grade: 1st Grade
Name: Serafina R.Title: “Jeff and Olivia”Grade: 1st Grade
Name: Bradley B.Title: “The Bird Who Saved the Bunny”Grade: 1st Grade
Name: Audra B.Title: “Fashion in the Forest”Grade: 1st Grade
Name: Gordon R.Title: “First Game of the Season”Grade: Kindergarten
Name: Skylar W.Title: “The Day the Animals Left”Grade: Kindergarten
A federal judge struck down the executive order targeting NPR and PBS as unconstitutional, affirming public media’s independence. But WJCT’s federal funding has not been restored.
The Corporate Support Account Executive will be responsible for soliciting and obtaining underwriting, sponsorship, advertising, and other revenue from businesses and organizations in support of WJCT Public Media and its programs. This position is a member of and contributes to the success of the Corporate Support Underwriting team, providing vital revenue to support WJCT Public Media programs, within the context and culture of philanthropy.
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org Introducing the Northeast Florida News Collaborative Jacksonville (January 20, 2026) – A coalition of Northeast Florida news organizations – including Jacksonville Today – plan to tackle the issue of housing costs as a shared editorial project in 2026. Working together, these print, digital and broadcast outlets will examine the …
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org WJCT PUBLIC MEDIA ANNOUNCES: New channel lineupFind Your Favorites — and Discover Something New Jacksonville, FL — January 5, 2026 — WJCT Public Media is proud to announce the refreshment of its broadcast television lineup, offering viewers across Northeast Florida five free local channels designed to inform, inspire and …
Media Contact:Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org 23rd Annual Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive Hosted by WJCT Public Media Returns This November Community-wide collection of new and lightly used sweaters, jackets, socks and blankets begins Saturday, November 1, 2025 October 29, 2025 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media is partnering with VyStar Credit Union, Suddath and the …
Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing AssociatePhone #: 904.318.2633Email: nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media Celebrates Public Radio Music Day October 29, 2025 Experience a Night of Local Music Discovery with WJCT News 89.9 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — October 27, 2025 — WJCT Public Media invites listeners to join the celebration of Public Radio Music Day 2025 on Wednesday, October 29 at 9 p.m., …
Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media Announces Retirement of David McGowan in 2026 National search planned to identify organization’s next President and CEO Oct. 14, 2025 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, today announced that David McGowan will retire as President and CEO …
Media Contact:Neily Jones(904) 318-2633nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media’s Local Education Services Expand with New Reach, New Audiences Early learning family engagement program now in 12 sites; Jobs Explained supports workforce development services across the region Oct. 8, 2025 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, today announced enhancements to its …
Media Contact:Neily Jones(904) 318-2633 nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media’s Local News Products Expand Audiences Jacksonville Today now reaches more than 50,000 daily subscribers; WJCT News 89.9 reports record audience growth Oct. 6, 2025 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, today announced new milestones in its audience development efforts — demonstrating …
Media Contact: Neily Jones (904) 318-2633 nbraren@wjct.org New Beginnings: WJCT Public Media Starts 2025-2026 Fiscal Year with Strong Community Support, Including Service of Two New Trustees Public media organization transitions to a fully community-funded model Oct. 1, 2025 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, today marked an important …
Media Contact: Neily Jones, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org Film at WJCT Studios Expands Programming for 2025-2026 Season From new independent films to documentaries and classics, program to offer slate of 25+ live screenings Sept. 29, 2025 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, today announced the …
Media Contact: Neily Braren, Promotion & Marketing Associate 904.318.2633 • nbraren@wjct.org WJCT Public Media Announces Fifth Season of Award-Winning “What’s Health Got To Do With It?” With Additional Florida Stations New Season Launches September 27th JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Sept. 23, 2025 — WJCT Public Media is proud to announce the return of its flagship health program and podcast “What’s Health …
