Production Assistant — Evergreen Posting

Austin PBS; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in public media

Opportunities in a community-focused environment

Job summary

A public media organization in Central Texas is looking for Production Assistants to provide technical and operational support for studio and field productions. This role requires strong communication skills, a high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of television or media production equipment. The ideal candidate will assist with various production roles and ensure high-quality content for the community. This is an evergreen position for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of television or media production equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Support live and recorded productions in studio and on location.
• Assist with operation of cameras, lighting, audio, and video equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional production teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of media production equipment

Audio and video quality monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Austin PBS | Austin, TX

Employment Type: As Needed

Austin PBS is a community-supported public media organization serving Central Texas through educational, cultural, and locally focused programming. This is an evergreen job posting for Production Assistant roles. While we may not have an immediate opening, we are always interested in connecting with qualified candidates for future production needs.

About The Role

Production Assistants provide technical and operational support for studio and field productions. Working closely with producers, directors, and engineering staff, this role helps ensure Austin PBS content is produced to high professional and public media standards.

What You’ll Do

• Support live and recorded productions in studio and on location
• Assist with operation of cameras, lighting, audio, and video equipment
• Perform a variety of production roles as assigned
• Help with studio setup, scenic work, and equipment care
• Collaborate with cross-functional production teams

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of television or media production equipment
• Ability to monitor audio and video quality
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Availability that can flex with production schedules

Nice to Have

• Experience in television, film, or digital media production
• Experience supporting live or multi-camera productions
• Interest in public media and community storytelling

Why Connect with Austin PBS

• Be considered for future production assistant opportunities
• Gain hands‑on experience in a professional public media environment
• Support content that serves and reflects the Central Texas community

Austin PBS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.