The Production Assistant is responsible for operating television cameras for live and recorded broadcasts. They are also responsible for moving and arranging set pieces, assisting guests, and other studio-related duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Composes and frames 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.
- Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements.
- Sets up and performs shots for recorded broadcasts.
- Communicates with Production crew and News talent during broadcasts, including giving visual cues to talent.
- Adds and removes set pieces between segments of live broadcasts.
- Maintains studio cleanliness, including vacuuming and wiping down sets.
- Assists guests with microphones, equipment, product displays, and other tasks related to appearing on-air.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements and Skills:
- Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Fluency in English.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Minimum one year's experience with camera operation in a television broadcasting environment preferred.
- Basic proficiency with computers.
- Experience with broadcast-related equipment, including television cameras, preferred.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The Production Assistant must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Production Assistant must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer