Production Assistant, National & Media Desk

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a highly organized Production/Administrative Assistant to support our National Desk and Media Desk. As the Production/Administrative Assistant, you will be a self- starter with stellar communication skills. Your positive attitude and detail oriented nature will allow you to keep up with every change in a fast paced news environment. This is an amazing opportunity for someone interested in getting an immersive view of the news industry.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide dual administrative support to the SVP of Media & Archives as well as the VP of News Coverage
• Gather video and editorial information for breaking news
• Organize and schedule meetings for the National Desk, Media Desk, and Media Production Group
• Write daily and weekly newsgathering/planning notes
• Organize and update videos of special event coverage
• Attach editorial meta-data (text information) to large volumes of incoming daily video
• Transcribe important speeches as it pertains to breaking news situations.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Strong knowledge of current events
• Experience with multi-tasking several projects
• Previous experience in a live newsroom environment
• Excellent editorial judgment
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or Communications
• Knowledge of iNews and Dalet Galaxy

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gwxxej-18-188-241-82-42 in your application.