This Entry Level Position will be responsible for providing all behind the scenes work during our TV Newscasts.
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Work Hours: 3:30pm-6:45pm then back from 9pm-10:45pm
Hours MAY fluctuate depending on circumstance ie: live events, weather etc
Number hours per week Approx. 25 Hours per week
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Perform all aspects of production responsibilities during newscasts (studio cam, audio, CG)
2. Keep studio and control rooms picked up and clean
3. Assist news with scripts
Work Experience and Education:
1. H.S. Diploma or GED
2. Previous production exp. a PLUS – but not necessary. Training provided
Special Skills Required:
1. Computer skills a PLUS
2. Organizational skills
3. Self-motivated and able to work with little to no supervision
4. Dependable
5. Reliable means of transportation and communication (ie: phone) REQUIRED
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Production Assistant must be able to stand, sit, 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, and make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions or outdoors during remote broadcasts. 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 climb 12' ladder. Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
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What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
