Smoky Hills PBS Employee Directory
Broadcast Media Production and DistributionKansas, United States11-50 Employees
Smoky Hills PBS is a public television broadcaster serving central and western Kansas. Founded in 1978 and on the air since 1982, the organization creates and distributes a diverse slate of Kansas-focused programming, including public affairs, the arts, historical documentaries, and local high school sports events. It also provides nine hours of daily educational children’s programming and runs outreach initiatives aimed at improving literacy among teachers and families, often distributing books to children who may not otherwise have access to them. The station covers 71 counties and operates from Bunker Hill, Kansas, with a team that supports production, distribution, and community education activities. Within the broadcast media industry, Smoky Hills PBS positions itself as a regional public television provider focused on local storytelling and educational impact. In addition to producing roughly 50–60 hours of original Kansas-related programming per year, the organization has pursued outreach and engagement programs and has received recognition from industry groups for its productions. Recent activity includes community partnerships and investments in studio equipment to support its ongoing operations and local programming initiatives.