Live TV Production Assistant — Hands-On Career Starter

Kion 546; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KVIA-TV in El Paso, TX seeks a Production Assistant to gain hands-on experience in live television production. You’ll touch multiple disciplines—from camera operation to soundboard and graphic editing—while working on daily newscasts and special programs.

Hours vary and training is on-the-job; non-exempt, entry level, with room to grow within the production department as you learn from seasoned professionals in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• Video editing experience preferred.
• Media coursework helpful.
• Willingness to learn across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Frame shots and operate broadcast cameras for live newscasts and specials.
• Manage live audio levels on the soundboard for clear on-air audio.
• Contribute to on-screen graphics and edit day-of video packages.
• Learn teleprompter, lighting, TD, and directing workflows in the control room.

Skills

Video editing

Media coursework

Adaptability

Learning mindset

Education

College degree in communications/film

Job description

KVIA-TV in El Paso, TX seeks a Production Assistant to gain hands-on experience in live television production. You’ll touch multiple disciplines—from camera operation to soundboard and graphic editing—while working on daily newscasts and special programs.

Hours vary and training is on-the-job; non-exempt, entry level, with room to grow within the production department as you learn from seasoned professionals in a fast-paced newsroom.