Broadcast Production Assistant — Live TV & Graphics

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Bismarck, ND seeks a Production Assistant to support live and recorded broadcasts.

You will compose and frame camera shots, adjust lighting and focus, set up cameras and related equipment, and coordinate with directors and crew to capture the intended scenes. This role requires strong communication, the ability to meet deadlines, and comfort with office tech such as computers, phones, copiers and scanners.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Operate studio cameras during live broadcasts.
• Operate remote cameras during live broadcasts.
• Confers with directors and crew on sequences, camera movements and lighting requirements.
• Sets up cameras and related equipment.
• Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment.
• Produces graphics for the newscast.

Skills

Excellent communication

Office equipment proficiency

Deadline management

Multitasking

Tools

Computers

Telephones

Copiers

Scanners

Fax machines

Job description

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Bismarck, ND seeks a Production Assistant to support live and recorded broadcasts.

You will compose and frame camera shots, adjust lighting and focus, set up cameras and related equipment, and coordinate with directors and crew to capture the intended scenes. This role requires strong communication, the ability to meet deadlines, and comfort with office tech such as computers, phones, copiers and scanners.