Production Assistant

Mediacom Communications; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401K with generous match

Employee discounts on services

Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per年

Job summary

Mediacom Communications is seeking a Production Assistant to support our production team with video editing, equipment setup, and live or recorded productions. This role requires a motivated individual with strong technical and organizational skills who can work independently while collaborating with a larger team.

The position involves studio and field work, with responsibilities ranging from editing to equipment transport and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with video editing and multimedia production preferred.
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Edit video content using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and After Effects.
• Assist with studio and remote productions by setting up, operating, and maintaining production equipment.
• Support production crews during live and recorded events.
• Assist with the preparation, organization, and transportation of production equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inventory of production equipment.
• Follow established production procedures and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Frequent lifting and setup of production equipment; expect evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as needed.

Skills

Video editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

Production setup

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Photoshop

After Effects

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Who We Are Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mission of bridging the digital divide between America’s major cities and America’s smaller regions. The services we offer—faster, more reliable internet service; expanded, free digital and HD TV choices; and superior technology in home security and phone service—are a direct result of our powerful culture of growth and innovation.

Position: Production Assistant Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mission of bridging the digital divide between America’s major cities and America’s smaller regions. The services we offer—faster, more reliable internet service; expanded, free digital and HD TV choices; and superior technology in home security and phone service—are a direct result of our powerful culture of growth and innovation. As we continue to grow, so do our career opportunities. We aim to be at the forefront in delivering easy-to-use, high-tech entertainment, communications, and internet products to the communities we serve. To achieve this, Mediacom Communications seeks talented professionals to partner with us in meeting these challenges and realizing what we can imagine. Take that next step toward your future and join our growing team!

Position Overview

The Production Assistant supports the production team by assisting with video production, editing, equipment setup, and live or recorded productions. This position requires a motivated individual with strong technical, organizational, and communication skills who can work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative production environment. Work is performed in both studio and field production environments.

Company Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off
• 401K with generous company match
• Employee discounts on Mediacom services, where available. In areas where Mediacom services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided
• Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees
• Employee Wellness Program

Position Responsibilities

• Edit video content using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and After Effects.
• Assist with studio and remote productions by setting up, operating, and maintaining production equipment.
• Support production crews during live and recorded events.
• Assist with the preparation, organization, and transportation of production equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inventory of production equipment.
• Follow established production procedures and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and setup of production equipment.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods.
• Schedule may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel to production locations.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience with video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable professional editing software is preferred.
• Previous experience in television, video production, live event production, or multimedia production is preferred but not require
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and After Effects.
• Basic knowledge of television, video, or multimedia production equipment and workflows.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated creativity and the ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as production schedules require.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move production equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and productivity.

Disclaimer

The salary range for this position is $15.00 to $17.00 per hour. When making a job offer, we consider several factors in our determination, such as years of related work experience; relevant skills and qualifications; education level; and certifications/licenses.