Launch Your News Career: Production Assistant

Simclair Inc; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair is seeking a part-time News Production Assistant in Bristol, TN, to support the newsroom and production teams. You will help research, write, edit video, and create graphics for broadcast and digital platforms.

No prior experience is required; training will be provided. The role involves working weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends, with potential additional hours based on station needs.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; education or coursework in TV/journalism preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
• Interest in local news and storytelling.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a newsroom team.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with researching and writing news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms
• Edit video and prepare content for the news playout server
• Create graphics and other visual elements for on-air and online content
• Answer and direct incoming newsroom calls
• Assist with timing and preparing segments for live newscasts
• Support the newsroom and production team with other duties as assigned

Skills

News writing

Video editing

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Education in journalism/communications/related field

Job description

Sinclair is seeking a part-time News Production Assistant in Bristol, TN, to support the newsroom and production teams. You will help research, write, edit video, and create graphics for broadcast and digital platforms.

No prior experience is required; training will be provided. The role involves working weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends, with potential additional hours based on station needs.