Production Assistant

Job Description

Production Assistant - Wtok

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (P/T) - WTOK


WTOK-TV is a trusted ABC network station with a history of serving the communities of eastern Mississippi and Western Alabama with top rated news, weather, and sports. We also offer syndicated programming on the CW and myTOK networks. We take pride in serving our viewers, our community, and our advertisers for 67 years.
Our mission is to be engaged with the community and promote civic and economic development with a focus on improving the lives of our viewers. We use cutting edge technology to provide accurate and timely news information on television and digital platforms.

Job Summary/Description:

WTOK-TV is looking for a Part Time Production Assistant. This person is vital to live newscast production and operate studio cameras, teleprompter systems, graphics, and audio. This staffer will shoot news and sports stories with field cameras and edit for newscasts. Good writing skills a plus.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong work ethic, and a positive attitude
- Complete all assigned tasks and functions independently
- Learn and understand required software and systems, strong computer knowledge preferred
- Problem-solver

Qualifications/Requirements:
-TV or radio experience is preferred.
- Photo or video experience is helpful.
- Flexible schedule is required, including nights, early morning, and weekends.
- Needs to be organized, proactive, show initiative, good computer skills and communication skills.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and follow strict deadlines.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gq8p9m-18-223-159-195-42 in your application.