Production Assistant

MFI Technologies Incorporated; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Production Assistant to support both live and recorded content. You will handle a range of technical production tasks, including control room operations, ENG remote coordination, and on-set support, contributing to a fast-paced newsroom environment.

The role requires experience in production, a willingness to work flexible hours including weekends, and proficiency with industry tools such as Dalet Galaxy and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience with related production work in one or more areas including Audio, Automated Production Control broadcast, Production Graphics, Non-Linear video editing, Production and ENG camera operation.
• Eligible candidates should be able to submit a resume/CV through the link provided and must be available for a 24/7 shift, weekends, holidays, and to handle breaking news events.

Responsibilities

• Support live and recorded content with a range of technical production tasks.
• Operate control room equipment (Ross Overdrive and Xpression) and ENG cameras.
• Coordinate ENG remotes, tune in live shots, and set up field communications.
• Assist with audio adjustments, video editing, and studio maintenance.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure seamless broadcasts.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Organizational skills

Proactive

Professionalism

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Broadcast communications or journalism education

Tools

Dalet Galaxy

Adobe Premiere

After Effects

Photoshop

Microsoft 365

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Production Assistant

Role Type

Full-time

• As a Production Assistant, you play a key role in supporting both live and recorded content by handling a variety of technical production tasks. Your responsibilities can range from control room operations using Ross Overdrive and Xpression, remote camera operation, audio adjustments, video editing and studio maintenance.
• In this role, you’ll also coordinate ENG remotes–tuning in live shots, pinpointing field crew locations, and setting up communication links. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems collaboratively, and can work independently while staying aligned with the station’s goals, this could be a great fit for you. We are looking for team-oriented individuals who value collaboration, demonstrate professionalism in daily interactions, and understand the importance of working effectively within an established production team

Requirements

QualificationsBasic Qualifications2 years’ experience with related production work in one or more of the following areas including but not limited to Audio, Automated Production Control broadcast, Production Graphics, Non-Linear video editing, Production and ENG camera operation.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered
• Ability to work any of a 24/7 shift, holidays, weekends and respond to breaking news events.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work at the station in West Hartford, CT
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be a member or be willing to become a member of the IBEW union
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Required On-Site:This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal designated worksite.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a production-related role within a live broadcast environment
• Strong work ethic with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• High level of integrity and professionalism, especially under pressure
• Strong interest in and awareness of current news events
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Dalet Galaxy
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and emerging skills in other Creative Cloud applications like After Effects and Photoshop
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook and Teams
• Education in broadcast communications or journalism from a college or vocational school