Full Time EVENING Production Assistant
Rock Island, IL - USA
Job Summary
The Production Assistant is responsible for various television production duties required to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.
- Composes and frames camera 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
- Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts
- Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences desired effects camera movements and lighting requirements
- Sets up cameras and related equipment
- Tests cleans maintains and repairs camera equipment
- Produces graphics for newscast
- Creates graphics for the newscast
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Composes and frames camera 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
- Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts
- Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences desired effects camera movements and lighting requirements
- Sets up cameras and related equipment
- Tests cleans maintains and repairs camera equipment
- Produces graphics for newscast
- Creates graphics for the newscast
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
- Proficiency with computers telephones copiers scanners fax machines and other office equipment.
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Pay Range: $15.50-$17.00 per hour
Benefits: Paid time off 401(k) with company matching contributions
Apply to: Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.