News Production Assistant (PT)

Simclair Inc; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair is seeking a Production Assistant for our Northern California newsroom. You will operate graphics, audio, or cameras for multiple newscasts, support studio prep, and edit video for broadcasts. The role also involves creating digital content and assisting with other duties as needed.

Training will be provided as you explore future opportunities in reporting, producing, or content creation. The position is based in Northern California with flexible morning/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Education and/or internship in television or related field preferred.
• Training will be provided.
• Shifts vary; must be able to work morning and/or weekends, as needed.
• Candidates must submit current resume detailing relevant experience and interests.

Responsibilities

• Operating Graphics, Audio, or Camera for Morning/Evening/Weekend Newscasts.
• Preparing for newscasts including graphics, studio prep, operating an audio board and cameras.
• Video editing for newscasts.
• Creating content for digital and social platforms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Graphic operation

Audio operation

Camera operation

Video editing

Education

Television or related field internship

Job description

Are you passionate about the world of media and storytelling?

We're seeking a dynamic and motivated Production Assistant to join our team and embark on an exciting journey. This Production Assistant role is designed as a steppingstone towards more advanced positions within our organization. As you grow your skills, you'll have the chance to explore pathways to other valuable newsroom roles like reporter, producer, and/or content creator. This role offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the intricacies of media production while developing essential skills like covering breaking news, digital content creation, and tv news writing, if desired. Our commitment to your professional development means you'll receive mentorship, training, and hands‑on experience that will shape your media career.

This position works closely with newsroom managers/leaders, newscast producer, and production crew to deliver late‑breaking, informative news, weather, and traffic coverage to Northern California. Come be part of the team that delivers the region’s most‑watched news 7 days a week on KRCR News Channel 7 and Fox 20. We are The North state’s news!

Responsibilities include:

• Operating Graphics, Audio, or Camera for our Morning, Evening, and/or Weekend Newscasts
• Prepping for newscasts including but not limited to: preparing graphics to air during newscast, studio and set preparation, operating an audio board, operating studio cameras during live newscasts
• Video editing for newscasts
• Creating content for our digital and social platforms
• Other duties as assigned

Experience:

• Experience is not necessary, but education and/or internship in television or related field preferred
• Training will be provided
• Shifts vary; must be able to work morning and/or weekends, as needed
• Candidates must submit current resume detailing relevant experience and interests

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $17.83 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Part‑time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, sick leave, and employee stock purchase plan.