Production Assistant

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Production Assistant to support both live and recorded broadcasts.

This role involves operating studio and remote cameras, setting up equipment, and collaborating with directors to achieve requested shot compositions and lighting effects. The position requires excellent communication skills, comfort with fast-paced deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Deadline management

Camera operation

Job description

## Production AssistantApplylocations: VA, Roanoketime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-42266The 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 assignedRequirements & 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.Compensation: $15/hour**SCAM ALERT:**Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at [e-mail].### About Us**Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.*****EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.***