Production Assistant /Podcast Coordinator - Washington DC

Newsmax Media•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for supporting production meetings, script management, scheduling, travel arrangements, and logging video footage. The position also involves assisting with podcast production, video capture, guest booking, social media strategy, and managing basic accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will be a team player who can anticipate needs and handle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

2+ years’ post college work experience (excluding internships) ideally in a creative function such as TV production, marketing, radio, or social media.
Bachelor’s degree: Communications/Broadcasting/Marketing or related field.
Strong working knowledge of politics, journalism, and current events.
Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Detail-oriented with ability to work and thrive in a deadline driven environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Technical skillset with non-linear broadcast video editing equipment a plus.

Responsibilities

Attend production meetings.
Type, edit, copy, and distribute scripts.
Prepare and distribute schedules, rundowns, and cue sheets.
Organize travel arrangements for cast, crew, and production staff.
Accurately log video footage and catalog metadata.
Assist with podcast production, video capture, guest booking and podcast social media strategy and management.
Assist cast members and occasionally run personal or production-related errands.
Run errands between the production office and other departments as needed.
Manage basic accounting tasks, including processing expenses and petty cash.
Keep track of timing during live or recorded programs.
Set up pre-recorded material for use in the studio or control room.
Create schedules, shot lists, logs, and other documentation for post-production.
Monitor live feeds and assist with breaking news coverage.
Support crews with logistics, equipment coordination, and basic production needs.