News Production Assistant

Job Description

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!

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq : SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and / or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks;

and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON.

The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people.

How good? Here is a glimpse : great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.