What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Assistant, NN Live position at Nexstar Media Group, Inc.?
NewsNation Production Assistant, NN Live
NewsNation is looking for a Chicago-based production assistant for the dayside program NewsNation Live. The ideal candidate is passionate about news and journalism and is eager to have a hands-on role helping to produce a daily news program.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Involvement in all daily show procedures, assisting production team in all stages of production
Work closely with producers to conduct and compile research for host and producers.
Work closely with producers and associate producers to edit video and prepare graphics.
Assist With Guests Who Will Appear On Air.
Perform administrative tasks for anchors and senior producers as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
NewsNation is looking for a Chicago-based production assistant for the dayside program NewsNation Live. The ideal candidate is passionate about news and journalism and is eager to have a hands-on role helping to produce a daily news program.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Involvement in all daily show procedures, assisting production team in all stages of production
Work closely with producers to conduct and compile research for host and producers.
Work closely with producers and associate producers to edit video and prepare graphics.
Assist With Guests Who Will Appear On Air.
Perform administrative tasks for anchors and senior producers as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
- Minimum six months T.V. experience including internships in a news or talk show environment
- Knowledge and experience editing video
- Knowledge of ENPS preferred
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
- Commitment to being a self-starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Excellent knowledge of current events and politics
- Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure
- Must have the ability to handle multiple projects or assignments with attention to detail
- Must thrive in a collaborative work environment
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Salary : $20 - $25
