Part-Time Production Assistant

Hearst Magazines; Richmond (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

WMUR-TV in Manchester, NH is seeking a Part-Time Broadcast Production Assistant to join our production crew. You will operate cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics and video equipment for live broadcasts and post-production.

Responsibilities include studio floor directing, prop handling, lighting and script prep, editing syndicated promos with Adobe Premiere, and supporting the directors to ensure a polished broadcast. The role requires flexibility and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software.
• Editing experience is necessary.
• Able to handle time-sensitive production pressures.
• Military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate cameras and studio floor directing.
• Move and handle props and sets during productions.
• Maintain lighting and script preparation for newscasts.
• Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere.
• Assist the directors during productions.

Skills

Newscast equipment knowledge

Editing experience

Videography experience

Ability to work under pressure

Military experience considered

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

WMUR-TV, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, has an opening for a Part-Time Broadcast Production Assistant. We are looking for a team player who understands the flexible schedule that the broadcast industry requires to join our production crew. You will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics and video equipment related to live broadcasts and post-production. You will work with our production team to guarantee a successful broadcast is produced.

Responsibilities

• Operate cameras and studio floor directing
• Move and handle props and sets during productions
• Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment
• Lighting and script preparation for newscasts
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
• Understand and maintain lighting grid and control board
• Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid
• Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere
• Assist the directors

Requirements

• Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software
• Videography experience helpful
• Editing experience is necessary
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.