Production Assistant

Hearst • Milwaukee, WI

30d • Onsite

About The Position

WISN, the ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, WI, 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 Public Affairs
Director.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all
backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we
believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open
communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and
connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio
stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S.
television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier
broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for
distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the
basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed,
national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Videography experience helpful

Responsibilities

• Operate cameras and studio floor directing
• 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
• Assist the directors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees