Production Assistant, Documentaries and Original Content

WWE•Stamford, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The WWE Documentaries group is looking for a driven and organized Production Assistant with a passion for storytelling to join our award-winning team at WWE HQ in Stamford, CT.

Requirements

WWE product knowledge preferred but not mandatory
Production experience strongly preferred
Ability to perform assigned content requests in a fast paced, deadline heavy environment
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to conceptualize ideas in a creative, non-traditional way
Experience using Avid, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro and PhotoShop a plus
Working knowledge of YouTube functionalities preferred
Able to work long hours, nights, weekends, etc. as needed
Capable of handling various responsibilities and multiple projects simultaneously
Bachelor degree (Communications, TV/Film Production, or related field of study preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide overall assistance to Associate Producers and Producers
Screening & securing of footage for specific documentary programs
Conducts tape research in WWE archives
Story idea creation on a small and large scale
Edit short-form video highlights from all WWE Network Programming, Special Events, and TV (as needed)
Research and edit short-form WWE content to help support TV and Digital Original Programming
Research and edit trailers and sizzle reels, as well as promotional items
Create non-linear timelines featuring program footage, b-roll material and interview clips
Log talent interviews, shows and various media library assets
Handle updating WWE Digital Media Video archive and Digital Media music cue sheet management system
Assist in edit, audio and graphics production sessions.
Work is regularly reviewed under supervision for creativity, timeliness, accuracy and meeting deadlines
Occasionally travel to assist field production
Other duties as required