Newscast Production Assistant

WXXV; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

WXXV-TV, a Morris Multimedia station, invites applications for a part-time News Production Assistant. The role involves editing video for daily newscasts and creating broadcast graphics, with hands-on work in the control room.

You will operate studio equipment and assist with all phases of news gathering and production. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to work under pressure during live broadcasts, and eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform under pressure during live broadcasts.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Dependable work ethic and attendance.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Interest in news, current events, and broadcasting.

Responsibilities

• Edit video for daily newscasts.
• Create graphics for broadcast.
• Assist with audio and video playback in the control room.
• Operate studio equipment and production systems.
• Support all aspects of news gathering and production.
• Learn and master multiple areas of broadcast operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Under pressure performance

Positive attitude

Dependable attendance

Instruction following

Flexible schedule

Interest in news

Education

Broadcasting/Communications coursework

Job description

WXXV- TV, a Morris Multimedia station, has an immediate opening for the position of part-time news production assistant.

Responsibilities

• Edit video for daily newscasts
• Create graphics for broadcast
• Assist with audio and video playback in the control room
• Operate studio equipment and production systems
• Support all aspects of news gathering and production
• Learn and master multiple areas of broadcast operations

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform well under pressure during live broadcasts
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Dependable work ethic and reliable attendance
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Interest in news, current events, and broadcasting

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous television or media experience
• Coursework or degree pursuit in Broadcasting, Communications, Journalism, Media Production, or a related field

We utilize DMV & criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit, qualification, and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or an employee’s race, age, sex, religion, color, national origin, or disability. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.