NewsNation Production Assistant, NNN - CHI (4p-7p) Weekend

Nexstar Media Group Inc. • Chicago, IL

32d • $16 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is looking for a Production Assistant to work on Chicago-based weekend programming. The production assistant is a key part of the team completing crucial preproduction and production tasks. The position is based at the network's headquarters in Chicago.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months TV or Streaming experience including internships in a news or talk show environment
• Knowledge and experience editing video
• Knowledge of ENPS or INews preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
• Commitment to being a self-starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

• Excellent knowledge of current events and politics
• Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure
• Must have the ability to handle multiple projects or assignments with attention to detail
• Must thrive in a collaborative work environment

Responsibilities

• Involvement in all daily show procedures, assisting production team in all stages of production
• Work closely with producers to conduct and compile research for host and producers
• Work closely with producers and associate producers to edit video and prepare graphics and scripts
• Assist with guests who will appear on air
• Perform administrative tasks for anchors, executive producers, and senior producers

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
• Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans.
• Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees