Production Assistant

Nexstar Media Group • La Crosse, WI • 1h ago

The Production Assistant works within established Production Department guidelines to support the daily operations of the station. This position provides administrative and clerical support to the Production Department while assisting with television production activities, including camera operation, graphics creation, editing, news teases, and broadcast preparation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Administrative Support

Performs clerical and administrative functions for the Production Department.

Prepares forms, reports, records, and other documents using computer software and department systems.

Maintains files, logs, and business records.

Corresponds with customers, vendors, and coworkers to answer inquiries, coordinate events, and resolve issues.

Assists with programming schedules and documentation.

Completes and maintains required station logs and records.

Production Support

Composes and frames camera shots, applying technical aspects of lighting, lenses, and camera settings to achieve desired visual effects.

Adjusts camera positions, focus, exposure, and lighting as directed.

Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts and special productions.

Confers with directors, producers, and crew members regarding camera movements, shot sequences, lighting requirements, and desired production effects.

Sets up, tests, cleans, maintains, and performs minor troubleshooting of cameras and related production equipment.

Assists with studio preparation and production execution.

Assists Creative Producer with commercial shoots in the field as needed.

Graphics & Editing

Produces and updates graphics for newscasts and other station programming.

Edits video content for news, promotions, and special projects.

Assists in preparing content for broadcast and digital platforms.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Fluency in English.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum one year of experience in clerical support, administrative assistance, television production, media operations, or a related field preferred.

Working knowledge of television production equipment and broadcast operations preferred.

Experience with video editing software and graphics systems preferred.

Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment.

Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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