Live TV Production Assistant: Camera Ops & Graphics

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is looking for a Production Assistant to support daily television production, from camera setup to live broadcasts. The role involves coordinating with directors and crew to execute shots and lighting as planned.

You will set up cameras, test equipment, and help produce graphics for the newscast, while maintaining schedules and ensuring smooth operation during programs.

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

• Composes and frames camera shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
• Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director.
• Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts.
• Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts.
• Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements.
• Sets up cameras and related equipment.
• Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment.
• Produces graphics for newscast.
• Creates graphics for the newscast.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Office equipment

Multitasking

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is looking for a Production Assistant to support daily television production, from camera setup to live broadcasts. The role involves coordinating with directors and crew to execute shots and lighting as planned.

You will set up cameras, test equipment, and help produce graphics for the newscast, while maintaining schedules and ensuring smooth operation during programs.