Production Assistant

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Presencial; USD 32 000 - 46 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Production Assistant in Harrisburg to support daily newscasts. You will help set up and operate studio and remote cameras, assist with graphics and on-air visuals, and coordinate with directors and crew to ensure smooth productions.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment. Prior exposure to broadcast equipment and office tech is a plus.

Qualificações

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

Responsabilidades

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

Conhecimentos

Camera operation

Graphic production

Communication skills

Deadline-oriented

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Production Assistant is responsible for various television production duties required to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.

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

Requirements & Skills:

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