Production Support Staff

Block Communications, Inc.; Northwood, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Block Communications, Inc. is seeking a Production Support Staff member to assist with graphics, audio, and video across BCSN productions. The role requires independent work, creativity, and teamwork to contribute to production success.

The position reports to Operations Supervisors and, at events, is led by the event Director. It is a non-exempt, contingent role with schedules that vary, often under 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience maintaining discretion with confidential information.
• Professional appearance and demeanor required.
• Must be able to work as part of a team in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set and strike in a safe and orderly manner in a Mobile Production Unit at events.
• Operate production equipment for TV quality graphics, audio, and video.
• Drive as needed to perform job duties.
• Perform equipment checks and report repairs to supervisors.
• Organize and deliver tapes/disks to correct locations.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines.
• Perform other departmental duties as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Confidentiality

Professional appearance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in communications or related

Job description

Production Support Staff

Description

Position Summary

The Production Support Staff is responsible for graphics, audio, and video of the BCSN productions or any other duties needed throughout productions. Primary job function requires the employee to work independently using creativity and/or originality to contribute to production as needed.

The Production Support Staff reports directly to the Operations Supervisors. While at events the activities of the Production Support Staff are led by the event Director.

This position has no direct reports.

The Production Support Staff will work as a member of a team, promoting a positive attitude and feeling of well-being towards co-workers.

The Production Support Staff frequently interfaces with the following positions: Production Manager, Operations Manager, Director/Producer, and Production Staff.

Essential Functions

• Working out of a Mobile Production Unit – set and strike in a safe and orderly manner at every event;
• Using production equipment to produce TV quality games, shows, news announcements and in-house promotions;
• Driving on the job as needed to perform job duties;
• Performing equipment checks and notifying directors when equipment in the Production Unit needs repair;
• Organizing and delivering tapes/disks to appropriate locations;
• Accurately completing associated paperwork;
• Following and enforcing the Company’s policies and procedures, including the EEO guidelines and safety, at all times;
• Performing any miscellaneous department duties as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent – required
• Associate degree in communications or equivalent related work experience – preferred
• 1 year prior related work experience – preferred
• 1 year experience with sports production – preferred

Job Specific Competencies

Other Skills and Requirements

• Background record that meets Company standards;
• Reliable means of transportation at all times;
• Present professional appearance and demeanor;
• Strictly maintains confidentiality of financial and/or other information acquired in the course of work; discloses only when authorized, unless legally obligated to do so.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company standards at all times.
• Skills Required:
• High School Diploma or equivalent – required
• Associate degree in communications or equivalent related work experience – preferred
• 1 year prior related work experience – preferred
• 1 year experience with sports production – preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Physical Demands:
• Walking, kneeling, standing, lifting (up to 75 pounds regularly), assembling scaffolding, stooping, climbing (stairs/scaffolding), sitting, driving, seeing (close, distant, color, depth perception, adjust focus), hearing, talking, using hands and fingers to grasp, hold, pick-up, use keyboard, drive, etc.
• Working Conditions:
• The Production Support Staff is a non-exempt, contingent position, working on an as needed basis less than 20 hours per week, either daytime, evening or weekend hours
• The Production Support staff is required to be available a minimum of 3 days per week from noon to 10pm, including Fridays and Saturdays.
• The Production Support Staff reports to the actual event location.
• The Production Support Staff works in a Mobile Production Unit or at an onsite facility.
• The Production Support Staff is responsible for handling and using the Company’s equipment in an efficient and professional manner.
• The Production Support Staff is required to drive on the job as needed and is subject to regular MVR checks. At all times, he/she must maintain a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets Company standards for an insurable driver. The Production Support Staff is subject to periodic MVR checks, and will be required to give written approval upon request.
• Due to the Company’s need to provide consistently high‑quality customer service and employee reinforcement training, the Company, as a standard practice, periodically monitors the crew performance, ability to complete the job and on‑site behavior.
• The Company is a drug‑free workplace. All employees are required to adhere to the Company’s drug‑free workplace programs and policies. Pre‑employment testing is mandatory along with random testing throughout continued employment.
• The duties assigned, the hours worked, and the status of this position is subject to change as the needs of the company changes.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Use of Company Resources, Equipment and Confidential Information

Company resources, equipment and information are provided to employees to facilitate work. They may not be used for purposes other than work without proper authorization. Any unauthorized use of company resources, equipment or information is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized use of customer data or any other company information gained via any company resource is a breach of confidentiality and is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized use of company resources, equipment information and/or breaches of confidentiality may be cause for termination of employment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and may be expanded or changed to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.