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Philadelphia, PA

News Production Assistant

Philadelphia, PA

McClure-Becker

Philadelphia, PA

News Production Assistant

Assist in preparation prior to newscast for studio and set for morning weekday & weekend newscasts
Create graphics daily using Photoshop and Ross Expression system
Coordinate and dispatch reporters, photographers, and newsgathering personnel to execute news coverage
Manage lighting
Assist in Studio Floor Operations, Cueing Cameras, Operating Light Board, and Prompter for our Morning/Daytime Newscasts
Work directly with news producers and technical directors for newscast production, including studio lighting, cameras and audio control
Conduct phone interviews with newsmakers

Houston, TX

News Production Assistant

Houston, TX

Littel LLC

Houston, TX

News Production Assistant

Providing assistance to newscast directors
Make sound editorial decisions and react aggressively to breaking news with or without management present
Provide general assistance to the news staff, particularly during breaking news coverage
Training will be provided
Operate Teleprompter or camera and floor manage for our (Morning, Evening, and/or Weekend) Newscasts
Operate TelePrompter or camera and floor manage for our (Morning, Evening, and/or Weekend) Newscasts
Assist in live remote productions and electronic field production/editing, non-linear AVID editing

present

New York, NY

Editor / News Production Assistant

New York, NY

Kozey, Corwin and Rosenbaum

present

New York, NY

Editor / News Production Assistant

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Will edit news videos and packages on a daily basis for the station’s newscasts, recorded programs and/or other station broadcasts and platforms – either in the studio or out on location
Work directly with news producers and technical directors for newscast production, including studio lighting, cameras, video playback, CGs, and audio control
Will work with technical directors and producers on news pre-production and editing
Will search videos and save material as requested
Providing assistance to the News department to ensure high-quality newscasts
Assist editors and management in all aspects of newsroom operations
Providing assistance with logistical setup of on-air shows

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Television

Northwestern University

Bachelor’s Degree in Television

Skills Skills

Ability to read and write; typing and good spelling skills necessary
Good People Person/Team Player
Ability to work well in a fast paced environment is essential
Applicant should be extremely dependable, prompt and have a positive demeanor
Typing and good spelling skills necessary
Ability to communicate and perform duties while under pressure
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to work well under stressful and time sensitive situations
Knowledge of production standards and equipment
Strong news judgement

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News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Assist editors and management in all aspects of newsroom operations
Conduct phone interviews with newsmakers
Download audio from internet
Take reporter feeds for air
Answer telephones and handle listener questions
Radio production and/or journalism background strongly preferred
Must be able to prioritize, handle intense deadline pressure

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Will edit news videos on a daily basis for the station’s newscasts, recorded programs and/or other station broadcasts and platforms – either in the studio or out on location
Will edit video content as needed for digital platform
Work directly with news producers and technical directors for newscast production, including studio lighting, cameras and audio control
Will assist with field camera, audio and production duties when required for remote location broadcasts or as assigned by supervisors
Will work with technical directors and producers on news pre-production and editing as needed using APC control room and Chyron graphics system
High School diploma or GED (Associates or BS/BA preferred)
At least two years news production experience – including video-editing and audio control
Technical skills and knowledge in TV news production

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Coordinate interviews and logistics for – KDEN field crews
Facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all of – KDEN platforms, including but not limited to broadcast, digital and web
Participate in editorial meetings, develop interesting story ideas using strong editorial judgment
Develop enterprise story ideas consistent with the – KDEN news brand
Cultivate contacts important to news coverage in the Denver area, including law enforcement
Monitor police and emergency scanners and electronic/printed sources for news and disseminate the information to appropriate newsroom personnel
Cooperate with and support - KDEN News,
Coordinate and dispatch reporters, photographers, and newsgathering personnel to execute news coverage
Facilitate communication with production staff to ensure proper execution of daily newsgathering plans
Answer heavy phone call volume and research stories while successfully multitasking in a high pressure, tight deadline newsroom environment
Make sound editorial decisions and react aggressively to breaking news with or without management present
Shoot and edit stories as required including headlines, teases, promos or any other elements required for the newscast
Contribute to online platforms as assigned
Experience in Denver market and familiarity with Colorado audience and communities
Experience using online and social media resources as news researching tools
Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, act decisively and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news, environment
Thorough understanding satellite operations and microwave newsgathering technologies
Must read, write and speak Spanish fluently with solid writing principals in order to publish information either on air or internet
Must be willing to work in Denver, CO
Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shift and willingness to work long hours and on weekends with short notice
Must be able to work weekends, longer hours or varying shifts when necessary to meet production and broadcast deadlines
Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Experience using online and social media resources as news researching tools (Accurint, LexisNexis, Facebook, etc.)

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Prepare audio for air
Set up and monitor live shots
Help maintain station’s social media presence
Conduct beat checks and follow up on news tips
Provide general assistance to the news staff, particularly during breaking news coverage
NOTE: *The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate studio camera and teleprompter for our Morning Newscast
Prepare for newscasts
Studio and set preparation
Maintaining studio

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Chyron, Audio or Camera for our Newscasts
Prepare all fonts to air during newscast
Maintain studio
Operate camera
Operate teleprompter
Lighting

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Running teleprompter for newscasts
Floor directing: Cuing news talent to the proper camera
Maintaining studio cleanliness
Checking microphones
Tape Editing for newscasts

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate cameras, direct anchors, and run the teleprompter for our (morning, evening, weekend) newscasts
Lighting for newscasts
AVID Editing for newscasts
Proficiency in television production
Understanding of news and television terminology
Experience in the following during live and local newscasts: camera and teleprompter operation, graphics, and audio

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Candidate must be extremely dependable
Excellent communications skills a must
Ability to work well under stressful and time sensitive situations
Must be able to lift & position 40 pound lighting instruments
Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays
Experience with non-linear editing
Experience with iNews, Edius, Overdrive, and Xpression are a plus

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Deko, Audio or Camera for our Morning Newscast
Prep for newscasts
Writing content for our website and social media sites
Running teleprompter for the morning newscast

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Camera for our (Morning, Evening, Weekend) Newscast
Non-Linear Editing for newscasts
Previous experience is not necessary, but education and/or internship in television or related field preferred

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Prepare fonts to air during newscasts
Floor Directing
Run Scripts/operate teleprompter
Able to work with a large newscast team
Flexibility when responding to changes on set
Must be reliable and be able to work the scheduled shifts
Be able to be professional at all times and take on additional assignments or tasks as needed
Experience is not necessary, but education and/or internship in television or related field preferred. Training will be provided

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Deko, Audio or Camera for our (Morning, Evening, Weekend) newscast
Studio camera operation
Manage lighting

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Chryon, Audio or Camera for our (Morning, Evening, Weekend) newscast
Studio audio operations
Operate lighting
Tape editing for newscasts
Prefer one year of production experience and minimum of two years advanced education
Must be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Camera and Prompter for our Evening and Weekend Newscasts
Experience is not necessary
Education and/or internship in television or related field preferred

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate audio or camera for our morning newscast
Edit stories for newscasts
Run graphics during newscast
Shoot video during overnight breaking news stories

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Perform any production duties as assigned
Operate Studio Camera, Audio, Graphics generator or teleprompter
Create graphics daily using Photoshop and Ross Expression system
Edit video for daily newscasts
Maintain production studio and control room
Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution
Fill in on an as-needed basis for Audio, Studio, and Graphics creation
Experience is not necessary, but education and/or internship in television or related field is preferred
Knowledge of production standards and equipment
Graphics experience helpful
Live audio experience is required
Full working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Experience in lighting, videography, typing, and spell checking is not required, but is a plus
Proficiency in computer software applications such as ENPS, Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, and other computer applications is not required, but is a plus
Experience in the following during live, local newscasts: camera, graphics, audio, teleprompter

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Knowledge of television production standards and equipment
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to read and write; typing and good spelling skills necessary
Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Audio or Camera for our Weekend Newscast
Go out on the field and shoot interviews or breaking news
Edit stories for newscast using Adobe

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate TelePrompter or camera and floor manage for our (Morning, Evening, and/or Weekend) Newscasts
Operate Chyron through ISQ
Roll Video through Command Server
Experience is preferred but not necessary
Education and/or an internship in television or related field is preferred

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Assist in preparation prior to newscast for studio and set for morning weekday & weekend newscasts
Floor Direct during LIVE newscasts/production and be able to run teleprompter as needed
Be able to reliably fill in on Audio, and CG when required
Maintain studio, printers, and various production rooms

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Teleprompter or Camera for our newscasts
Experience is preferred
Education and/or internship in television or related field will also be considered

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Studio camera operation, lighting, teleprompter
Assist in live remote productions and electronic field production/editing, non-linear AVID editing
Shoot/edit news video when needed
Perform pre-production duties for newscast, when needed
Set up and strike sets, build, repair, and paint props

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate TelePrompTer, CG, Audio or Camera for our morning newscasts
Studio lighting
Experience is preferred, but education and/or internship in television or related field will be considered

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Run Teleprompter and Floor direct for our (Morning, Evening, Weekend) Newscast
Basic Computer Skills
Punctuality
Good People Person/Team Player
MUST be able to work any and all hours
Willingness to learn new skills

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operation of studio cameras
Operation of teleprompter
Audio operation for News shows and other broadcasts
Providing assistance with logistical setup of on-air shows
Providing assistance to the News department to ensure high-quality newscasts
Graphics creation for newscasts as needed
Providing assistance to newscast directors
Providing clear communication with all staff members
Live audio experience extremely helpful
Ability to communicate and perform duties while under pressure
Typing and good spelling skills necessary
Ability to read and write, college degree preferred
Must have valid driver’s license with clean record
Strong communication and interpersonal skills preferred
Applicant should be extremely dependable, prompt and have a positive demeanor

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Teleprompter, Chyron, Audio or Camera for our (morning, evening, weekend) newscast
Previous experience in television news is preferred
A two or four year degree in media related instruction and/or internships is preferred

Editor / News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Will edit news videos and packages on a daily basis for the station’s newscasts, recorded programs and/or other station broadcasts and platforms – either in the studio or out on location
Will edit and upload video content as needed for digital platform
Work directly with news producers and technical directors for newscast production, including studio lighting, cameras, video playback, CGs, and audio control
Will assist with field and studio cameras, audio and production duties when required for remote location broadcasts or as assigned by supervisors
Will work with technical directors and producers on news pre-production and editing
Will search videos and save material as requested
Experience working in a Newsroom
Excellent computer skills and experience in computer-assisted reporting
Must possess strong computer skills
Experience with newsroom computer applications

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Audio, Graphics or Camera for our Weekend Newscast
Go out in the field and shoot interviews or breaking news
Edit stories for newscast using Avid

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Communicating news assignments to reporters
Listening to the police/fire scanner
Making beat calls
Communicating with reporters and photographers in the field and producers and managers in-house
Running studio camera during newscasts
Running TelePrompter during newscasts
Posting news content to digital and social platforms

News Production Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Operate Chyron, Audio, Camera or Teleprompter for our (Morning, Evening, Weekend) newscast
A four year degree is preferable
At least one year of live studio television news experience is necessary
Non-linear editing experience will be helpful

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