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We are a strong community of visionaries, storytellers, creators, technologists, researchers, educators and innovators who share a passion for public media. We take responsibility and ownership, encouraging openness, creativity and professional growth.

We also offer comprehensive, hands-on internship programs twice a year. Want to know more?

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KQED is for everyone
who wants to be more.

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions, convene community dialogue, bring the arts to everyone and engage audiences to share their stories.

Michael Isip
“KQED is a purpose-bound organization, striving to inform, inspire and involve our community.”—Michael Isip, CEO
“My coworkers are hard-working, generous and kind, and that makes a huge difference when you're under deadline pressure or reporting on difficult or traumatic topics.”—Vinnee Tong, News
"At KQED you work in a supportive environment with people who want to help you grow.”—Kyle Phillips, Audience Development
“I really enjoy working with a supportive team. I never feel intimidated to approach senior management with questions or concerns.”—Marissa Essuman, Finance
“I love seeing my own community represented and advocated for every day by my colleagues on the fantastic KQED Arts team.”—Chelsea Mangold, Development
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Our Company Culture

At KQED, we celebrate diversity, embrace innovation and value lifelong learning. We don’t shy away from difficult discussions. We’re about building relationships, building each other up and enjoying each others’ company (ice cream socials or impromptu dance parties, anyone?). We bring our full selves to work everyday and know that KQED wouldn’t be the same without each of us.

Over 350 employees support KQED’s mission in areas such as News, Arts, Science, TV, Radio, Membership, Development, Marketing, Product, Design, Software Engineering, Education, Finance, Administration, HR, Legal and Facilities. KQED is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. For more information, take a look at our EEO Public File Report (PDF) and our Annual Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Staff Impact Plan & Report