Graphics Production Assistant, MS NOW The Moment with Katy Tur

Versant•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

MS NOW is seeking a Graphics Production Assistant for The Moment with Katy Tur. The position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. The assistant coordinates graphics for the program, monitors graphics in the control room during live broadcasts, supports producers with footage research and selection, compiles research, fact-checks scripts, and contributes content for digital platforms, social media, and MS NOW’s direct-to-consumer products. The role requires at least one year of news production experience and the ability to work flexible hours under tight deadlines, including during breaking news. The employee must be willing to work in New York, NY and have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

At least one year of news production experience.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to work under deadline pressure.
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including during breaking news.
Willingness to work in New York, NY.
Unrestricted work authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Excellent knowledge of politics, history, and current events.
Knowledge of Avid, MediaCentral, Viz, and iNews.

Responsibilities

Order and coordinate all graphic elements for air.
Oversee the airing of graphic elements in the control room during the live program.
Work with producers to research, select, and locate footage for broadcast.
Assist in compiling research for the anchor and producers.
Fact-check scripts.
Work on content for digital platforms, social media, and MS NOW’s direct-to-consumer products.