Part-Time Production Assistant

Hearst • Manchester, NH

74d

About The Position

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, New Hampshire has an opening for a Part-time Broadcast Production Assistant. We are looking for a team player who understands the flexible schedule that the broadcast industry requires to join our production crew. You will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics and video equipment related to live broadcasts and post-production. You will work with our production team to guarantee a successful broadcast is produced. You will report to the Production Manager.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software
• Videography experience helpful
• Editing experience is necessary
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Related military experience will be considered
• In-person attendance is required

Responsibilities

• Operate cameras and studio floor directing
• Operate Prompter and Bit Central Records
• Operate Ronin steadicam
• Move and handle props and sets during productions
• Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment
• Lighting and script preparation for newscasts
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
• Understand and maintain lighting grid and control board
• Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid
• Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere
• Edit show content using Adobe Premiere
• Assist the directors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries