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Commitment to Review

MPB will review and consider each proposal submitted to us for consideration. 

Overview of Partnership Types

We welcome collaboration with independent producers/organizations in the following ways: 

  • Content Licensing – Acquiring completed or near-completed programs. 
  • Co-Production – Jointly developing and producing original content. 
  • Presentation for Distribution – Serving as a presenting station for Mississippi DMA national PBS or other public media platforms. 
  • Local Broadcast/Streaming – Programs for MPB audiences on air or digital platforms. 

What We Look For 

Successful proposals typically: 

  • Reflect public television values (education, instructional, arts, culture, civic engagement). 
  • Align with our strategic content pillars (e.g., history, science, arts, culture, education). 
  • Demonstrate strong storytelling and clear audience service. 
  • Include a feasible budget and production timeline. 
  • Meet MBP, PBS or FCC editorial and technical standards. 

Submission Process

Step 1: Initial Inquiry 

Link to sample scenes, rough cut, or completed program.Submit a brief concept summary. This will include: 

  • Producer Name, Email Address, City / State, Film Company/Organization
  • Title and Logline 
  • Purpose and target audience 
  • Relevance to public television 
  • Key creative personnel 
  • Distribution goals (local, national, digital) 
  • Link to sample scenes, rough cut, or completed program.

If you submitted a rough cut or completed project and it is accepted, we may ask that it be edited to fit time or other standards. 

Submit your brief summary >

Step 2: Full Proposal- Invite Only 

If your concept is a fit, we will request a full proposal that includes: 

  • Treatment or script 
  • Production timeline 
  • Budget and financing plan (including funding sources) 
  • Work samples or reels 
  • Letters of support or commitment (if applicable) 

Step 3: Internal Review 

Our content and legal teams will evaluate the proposal. We may request additional documentation or meetings. 

Allow 4–6 weeks for review. 

Step 4: Editorial Standards & Compliance 

All programs must comply with: 

Topics with potential political, sensitive, or controversial angles must present balanced viewpoints and fact-based information. 

Step 5: Production Requirements 

If accepted: 

  • A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), producer's  agreement, licensing agreeent or contract will outline rights, responsibilities, deliverables, and timelines. 
  • Producers must carry errors and omissions (E&O) insurance. MPB may make a request for a waiver that is subject to agency approval. 
  • Production must follow PBS technical specifications and accessibility requirements (e.g., closed captioning, transcripts). 
  • Periodic check-ins or review of rough cuts may be required. 

Step 6: Marketing and Distribution 

We collaborate with producers to promote the program locally and, when appropriate, to national public media partners. Producers should budget for marketing deliverables (key art, social media clips, press kits, etc.). 

Step 7: Funding 

We do not fund unsolicited productions outright. Producers are responsible for securing funding through grants, foundations, or other sources. In select cases, the station may help identify funding partners or serve as a fiscal sponsor. 

Step 8: Contact and Questions  

We value your interest in public media. For additional questions or to clarify requirements, contact: 

Taiwo Gaynor, Chief Content Officer  
taiwo.gaynor@mpbonline.org  

Kathryn Rodenmeyer, Director of TV  
kathryn.rodenmeyer@mpbonline.org 

Java Chapman, Director of Radio 

java.chapman@mpbonline.org 

Note: Submission does not guarantee production or broadcast. All partnerships are subject to editorial review, legal clearance, and alignment with our mission and capacity