Live TV Production Assistant: Cameras & Graphics

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Production Assistant to support both live and recorded broadcasts.

This role involves operating studio and remote cameras, setting up equipment, and collaborating with directors to achieve requested shot compositions and lighting effects. The position requires excellent communication skills, comfort with fast-paced deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Deadline management

Camera operation

Job description

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Production Assistant to support both live and recorded broadcasts.

This role involves operating studio and remote cameras, setting up equipment, and collaborating with directors to achieve requested shot compositions and lighting effects. The position requires excellent communication skills, comfort with fast-paced deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.