Freelance Production Assistant

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

MSG Entertainment in New York is seeking a Freelance Production Assistant to support Logging and Ticker operations for Knicks, Rangers, Islanders & Devils studio broadcasts and remote production.

You will work as a Production Assistant/Runner during game telecasts, log hockey and basketball games to identify highlights, research statistics, and assist the Feature Producer on remote shoots, while upholding on-site appearance and presentation guidelines.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of sports, with an emphasis on both the NBA and NHL.
• Knowledge of television production operations.
• Ability to work under pressure and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Availability to work weeknights, weekends, and holiday shifts.
• Ability to sit for long periods at a monitor and operate control devices and software.
• Proficient in MS Office programs, e.g. Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Production Assistant/Runner during game telecasts.
• Log hockey and basketball games identifying highlights.
• Research statistical information and story lines.
• Support the Feature Producer during remote ENG shoots and edits.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

Skills

Sports knowledge

TV production operations

Work under pressure

Availability

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.

Who are we hiring?

The Freelance Production Assistant will support the Logging and Ticker operations, team (Knicks, Rangers, Islanders & Devils) studio broadcasts and remote production as needed, among other general PA assignments.

What will you do?

• Work as a Production Assistant/Runner during game telecasts.
• Log hockey and basketball games identifying highlights.
• Research statistical information and story lines.
• Support the Feature Producer during remote ENG shoots and edits.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What Do You Need To Succeed

• Extensive knowledge of sports, with an emphasis on both the NBA and NHL.
• Knowledge of television production operations.
• Ability to work under pressure and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Availability to work weeknights, weekends, and holiday shifts.
• Ability to sit for long periods at a monitor and operate control devices and software.
• Proficient in MS Office programs, e.g. Excel and Word.

Hourly Pay Range

$19—$19 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.