OPB - KMHD Creators Union
@opbkmhdcreators.bsky.social
We are the creators who make Oregon Public Broadcasting and KMHD Jazz Radio and we're bargaining for our first union contract.
Monica Samayoa shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"Even after working long hours at OPB, I have spent countless weekends working a second job to make ends meet."
-Monica Samayoa, OPB reporter/producer
"Even after working long hours at OPB, I have spent countless weekends working a second job to make ends meet."
-Monica Samayoa, OPB reporter/producer
November 19, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Monica Samayoa shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"Even after working long hours at OPB, I have spent countless weekends working a second job to make ends meet."
-Monica Samayoa, OPB reporter/producer
"Even after working long hours at OPB, I have spent countless weekends working a second job to make ends meet."
-Monica Samayoa, OPB reporter/producer
@franciscabenitez.bsky.social shares for our "what our audience doesn't know" series.
"The journalists I work with make sacrifices to do this. Many, especially at struggling outlets in the PNW, eventually leave for a job that pays more and is less intense”
—Francisca Benitez
OPB digital producer
"The journalists I work with make sacrifices to do this. Many, especially at struggling outlets in the PNW, eventually leave for a job that pays more and is less intense”
—Francisca Benitez
OPB digital producer
November 18, 2025 at 9:27 PM
@franciscabenitez.bsky.social shares for our "what our audience doesn't know" series.
"The journalists I work with make sacrifices to do this. Many, especially at struggling outlets in the PNW, eventually leave for a job that pays more and is less intense”
—Francisca Benitez
OPB digital producer
"The journalists I work with make sacrifices to do this. Many, especially at struggling outlets in the PNW, eventually leave for a job that pays more and is less intense”
—Francisca Benitez
OPB digital producer
Donald Orr @notdonald.bsky.social shares his story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"My hope is that OPB comes to the table with a contract that compensates workers with livable wages, and allows our colleagues to have more financial stability"
-Donald Orr, OPB announcer/producer
"My hope is that OPB comes to the table with a contract that compensates workers with livable wages, and allows our colleagues to have more financial stability"
-Donald Orr, OPB announcer/producer
November 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Donald Orr @notdonald.bsky.social shares his story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"My hope is that OPB comes to the table with a contract that compensates workers with livable wages, and allows our colleagues to have more financial stability"
-Donald Orr, OPB announcer/producer
"My hope is that OPB comes to the table with a contract that compensates workers with livable wages, and allows our colleagues to have more financial stability"
-Donald Orr, OPB announcer/producer
Meg Samples-Morrow shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
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"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
November 6, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Meg Samples-Morrow shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
"The people bringing you jazz around the clock are struggling to make ends meet ourselves."
-Meg Samples-Morrow, KMHD host/producer @megsamples.bsky.social
Continue reading ⬇️
@lisaeffinwood.bsky.social shares her story for our "what our audience doesn't know" series.
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
November 5, 2025 at 7:27 PM
@lisaeffinwood.bsky.social shares her story for our "what our audience doesn't know" series.
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
"I don't want to have to choose between the job I love and financial stability. I want to work at OPB, sustainably, for the long term." - Lisa Wood, OPB Announcer/Programming Coordinator
Continue reading ⬇️
One issue in our first contract negotiation is compensation. OPB hasn't given us a proposal that addresses our concerns. Many of us struggle to make ends meet. Our current pay doesn't help alleviate the challenges we face. In the coming weeks, we’ll share more about the struggle our creators face.
November 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
One issue in our first contract negotiation is compensation. OPB hasn't given us a proposal that addresses our concerns. Many of us struggle to make ends meet. Our current pay doesn't help alleviate the challenges we face. In the coming weeks, we’ll share more about the struggle our creators face.
Meet Kami Horton
She's been with OPB for 20+ years and has produced for OPB's series "Oregon Experience" since 2006. She finds meaning in researching and telling the often overlooked stories of our state. Kami says "I love what I do, and I know that is true of many of OPB's dedicated employees."
She's been with OPB for 20+ years and has produced for OPB's series "Oregon Experience" since 2006. She finds meaning in researching and telling the often overlooked stories of our state. Kami says "I love what I do, and I know that is true of many of OPB's dedicated employees."
October 20, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Meet Kami Horton
She's been with OPB for 20+ years and has produced for OPB's series "Oregon Experience" since 2006. She finds meaning in researching and telling the often overlooked stories of our state. Kami says "I love what I do, and I know that is true of many of OPB's dedicated employees."
She's been with OPB for 20+ years and has produced for OPB's series "Oregon Experience" since 2006. She finds meaning in researching and telling the often overlooked stories of our state. Kami says "I love what I do, and I know that is true of many of OPB's dedicated employees."
Tuesday, we attended the OPB Board of Directors meeting in solidarity.
We sent a letter to the board asking them to invest in us, the creators of the content our communities rely on. We haven't received a response. Read the letter here.
We are determined to get the contract we deserve!
We sent a letter to the board asking them to invest in us, the creators of the content our communities rely on. We haven't received a response. Read the letter here.
We are determined to get the contract we deserve!
October 16, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Tuesday, we attended the OPB Board of Directors meeting in solidarity.
We sent a letter to the board asking them to invest in us, the creators of the content our communities rely on. We haven't received a response. Read the letter here.
We are determined to get the contract we deserve!
We sent a letter to the board asking them to invest in us, the creators of the content our communities rely on. We haven't received a response. Read the letter here.
We are determined to get the contract we deserve!
Meet Bryson Wallace
@brysonwallace12.bsky.social
An artist from Bakersfield, CA, and vinyl Dj for 20 years now in Portland. He's the radio host of Positive Vibrations on KMHD in addition to Videography, Editing, Social Media for the station and a community catalyst through sound and visuals.
@brysonwallace12.bsky.social
An artist from Bakersfield, CA, and vinyl Dj for 20 years now in Portland. He's the radio host of Positive Vibrations on KMHD in addition to Videography, Editing, Social Media for the station and a community catalyst through sound and visuals.
October 16, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Meet Bryson Wallace
@brysonwallace12.bsky.social
An artist from Bakersfield, CA, and vinyl Dj for 20 years now in Portland. He's the radio host of Positive Vibrations on KMHD in addition to Videography, Editing, Social Media for the station and a community catalyst through sound and visuals.
@brysonwallace12.bsky.social
An artist from Bakersfield, CA, and vinyl Dj for 20 years now in Portland. He's the radio host of Positive Vibrations on KMHD in addition to Videography, Editing, Social Media for the station and a community catalyst through sound and visuals.
Meet Crystal Ligori
@cligori.bsky.social
Co-host of OPB’s ‘All Things Considered’ and narrator for the Emmy-winning video series, Superabundant.'
Crystal was a nosy youth, so it made sense she became a journalist. She’s a bit of a coffee snob, loves karaoke and is a fan of a good sweet treat.
@cligori.bsky.social
Co-host of OPB’s ‘All Things Considered’ and narrator for the Emmy-winning video series, Superabundant.'
Crystal was a nosy youth, so it made sense she became a journalist. She’s a bit of a coffee snob, loves karaoke and is a fan of a good sweet treat.
October 15, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Meet Crystal Ligori
@cligori.bsky.social
Co-host of OPB’s ‘All Things Considered’ and narrator for the Emmy-winning video series, Superabundant.'
Crystal was a nosy youth, so it made sense she became a journalist. She’s a bit of a coffee snob, loves karaoke and is a fan of a good sweet treat.
@cligori.bsky.social
Co-host of OPB’s ‘All Things Considered’ and narrator for the Emmy-winning video series, Superabundant.'
Crystal was a nosy youth, so it made sense she became a journalist. She’s a bit of a coffee snob, loves karaoke and is a fan of a good sweet treat.
They shared why they're here along with some photos they took.
October 15, 2025 at 9:27 PM
They shared why they're here along with some photos they took.
A union is only as strong as its members, and we’re grateful to have some incredible ones. 💪
October 15, 2025 at 9:26 PM
A union is only as strong as its members, and we’re grateful to have some incredible ones. 💪
Meet Anthony Dean-Harris
@anthonydeanharris.com
A a radio host and music journalist from San Antonio, TX with over 15 years of experience.
He produces and hosts the afternoon weekday radio show, A Smooth Ride, at KMHD, oversees its website, and creates & edits content for the web & social media.
@anthonydeanharris.com
A a radio host and music journalist from San Antonio, TX with over 15 years of experience.
He produces and hosts the afternoon weekday radio show, A Smooth Ride, at KMHD, oversees its website, and creates & edits content for the web & social media.
October 15, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Meet Anthony Dean-Harris
@anthonydeanharris.com
A a radio host and music journalist from San Antonio, TX with over 15 years of experience.
He produces and hosts the afternoon weekday radio show, A Smooth Ride, at KMHD, oversees its website, and creates & edits content for the web & social media.
@anthonydeanharris.com
A a radio host and music journalist from San Antonio, TX with over 15 years of experience.
He produces and hosts the afternoon weekday radio show, A Smooth Ride, at KMHD, oversees its website, and creates & edits content for the web & social media.
Meet Elizabeth Miller, an OPB education reporter @lmiller12.bsky.social
"I produce stories for radio, online, and video -including a documentary coming out about the Class of 2025,I love getting to talk to young people and sharing their stories with our audience."
Liz is from Columbus, Ohio.
"I produce stories for radio, online, and video -including a documentary coming out about the Class of 2025,I love getting to talk to young people and sharing their stories with our audience."
Liz is from Columbus, Ohio.
October 15, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Meet Elizabeth Miller, an OPB education reporter @lmiller12.bsky.social
"I produce stories for radio, online, and video -including a documentary coming out about the Class of 2025,I love getting to talk to young people and sharing their stories with our audience."
Liz is from Columbus, Ohio.
"I produce stories for radio, online, and video -including a documentary coming out about the Class of 2025,I love getting to talk to young people and sharing their stories with our audience."
Liz is from Columbus, Ohio.
Hello BlueSky!
We’ve been bargaining our first contract for 16 months now. While we’ve made significant progress, we still remain far apart with management on important issues. Drop a comment with support and encouragement as we continue towards the contract we deserve!
We’ve been bargaining our first contract for 16 months now. While we’ve made significant progress, we still remain far apart with management on important issues. Drop a comment with support and encouragement as we continue towards the contract we deserve!
October 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Hello BlueSky!
We’ve been bargaining our first contract for 16 months now. While we’ve made significant progress, we still remain far apart with management on important issues. Drop a comment with support and encouragement as we continue towards the contract we deserve!
We’ve been bargaining our first contract for 16 months now. While we’ve made significant progress, we still remain far apart with management on important issues. Drop a comment with support and encouragement as we continue towards the contract we deserve!