Sinclair Broadcast Group
News Production Assistant
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States, 29466
Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first.WCIV is seeking a Production Crew member (Production Assistant). You should have experience working in a Studio and/or Control Room for newscasts in a fast-paced environment. Automation experience is a plus.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operate camera, teleprompter, and floor direct for our evening and weekend newscasts.
Act as a Director Assist, coding elements into the rundown before and during each Newscast.
Work as a liaison between the News and Engineering Departments.
Post content to website and other social media outlets.
Maintain production studio and control room.
Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution, running audio, etc.
Maintain a strong level of daily communication and collaboration with producers, talent, and the production team.
Strive to maintain a high degree of production value with strong attention to production aesthetics, accuracy, and show pacing.
Participate in pre-show planning for special show segments, provide guidance and work on sets, lighting, and shot blocking.
Provide clear concise communication and with management, producers, engineering staff, producers, and talent.
React in a calm and effective manner to fast-paced, 'live' television and multimedia environments.
Participate in training less experienced production staff as needed.
Be a positive team player who possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Degree in a related field preferred.
Knowledge of INews, studio, and control room operations a plus.
Possess strong organizational skills, be self-motivated and have a good visual sense. Must be able to work well under pressure, thrive on deadlines and work a flexible schedule.
Have the ability to follow directions while under pressure.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operate camera, teleprompter, and floor direct for our evening and weekend newscasts.
Act as a Director Assist, coding elements into the rundown before and during each Newscast.
Work as a liaison between the News and Engineering Departments.
Post content to website and other social media outlets.
Maintain production studio and control room.
Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution, running audio, etc.
Maintain a strong level of daily communication and collaboration with producers, talent, and the production team.
Strive to maintain a high degree of production value with strong attention to production aesthetics, accuracy, and show pacing.
Participate in pre-show planning for special show segments, provide guidance and work on sets, lighting, and shot blocking.
Provide clear concise communication and with management, producers, engineering staff, producers, and talent.
React in a calm and effective manner to fast-paced, 'live' television and multimedia environments.
Participate in training less experienced production staff as needed.
Be a positive team player who possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Degree in a related field preferred.
Knowledge of INews, studio, and control room operations a plus.
Possess strong organizational skills, be self-motivated and have a good visual sense. Must be able to work well under pressure, thrive on deadlines and work a flexible schedule.
Have the ability to follow directions while under pressure.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!