Production Trainee

Fox Entertainment Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading media company in Atlanta is seeking a motivated Production Trainee to gain hands-on experience in television production. Responsibilities include serving as a floor director, ensuring talent positions, and operating production equipment. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a relevant college degree. This role pays between $12.00 and $15.00 per hour and promotes equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to take direction, work well with others, and perform under pressure.
• Willingness to learn production equipment post-hire.
• College degree, preferably in Journalism or Broadcasting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a floor director during live and pre-taped broadcasts.
• Read and follow rundowns, adapting to changes as they occur.
• Ensure talent is in their correct positions on time.
• Operate ETC lighting board, JIB camera, and other equipment.
• Load and operate the prompter.

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are excited to offer a 6 month opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Production Trainee. This role is designed to provide hands‑on experience and training in television production, preparing you for full‑time regular employment at a broadcast station.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a floor director during live and pre‑taped broadcasts.
• Read and follow rundowns, adapting to changes as they occur.
• Ensure talent is in their correct positions on time.
• Operate ETC lighting board, JIB camera, target Vinten robotic pedestals, and other equipment.
• Load and operate the prompter.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to take direction, work well with others, and perform under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn production equipment post‑hire.
• College degree, preferably in Journalism or Broadcasting, and be a recent graduate (within one year or less).

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $12.00-15.00 per hour.