Program areas at WQED Multimedia
Television:wqed Multimedia operates five linear television channels: wqed-tv (pbs), Wqed world, Wqed create, Wqed showcase, and pbs kids.wqed's content creators produce impactful stories that delve into the rich mosaic of our region's past, present, and future. We cover a wide range of topics, from arts and culture to pressing societal issues that impact our lives. We profile remarkable individuals and organizations who work to strengthen our communities. **see schedule o for continuation**in fy23, Wqed created and distributed more than 100 original videos, including episodes of these series: cartoon academy with joe wos (season 3), filmmakers' corner (season 14), gumbands with rick sebak, pittsburgh eats, teachable moments, teamology, the great ride, voices, Wqed and giant eagle community champions, and Wqed sessions. Notable local documentaries included: "august wilson house: on sacred ground," "freedom house ambulance: the first responders, and "virulent: the vaccine wars."
Radio:wqed Multimedia operates classical wqed-fm 89.3/pittsburgh, simulcast on wqej-fm 89.7/johnstown, along with the pittsburgh concert channel, a 24/7 hd radio station featuring complete concerts by the pittsburgh symphony orchestra. Wqed offers a variety of podcasts, including "the voice of the arts," a vital platform which amplifies southwest Pennsylvania's vibrant and diverse cultural assets: musicians, dancers, artists, actors, directors and more. On weekdays, local arts programming on wqed-fm and wqej-fm is hosted live by jim cunningham (6-10am) and anna singer (2-6pm).
Education:wqed's learning neighborhoods offer free and effective educational tools that can make dramatic differences in how children perform and achieve. Through television programs, Multimedia toolkits, and collaborations with schools and libraries, Wqed ensures that learning can occur everywhere: at home, in the classroom, and across our communities. **see schedule o for continuation**wqed's programs and initiatives extend to junior high and high school students exploring media careers through the Wqed film academy, which teaches storytelling, camera, audio, lighting, and editing skills. The film academy offers professional pathways supporting a growing industry of diverse filmmakers and digital storytellers across southwest Pennsylvania.