Job Description
Responsibilities
MSNBC is looking for a Graphics Production Assistant for its weekend show from 8AM-10AM with host Ali Velshi.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
This is a staff with end date position for 6 months.
Responsibilities:
• Order and coordinate all graphic elements for air.
• Oversee the airing of all graphic elements in control room during live program.
• Work closely with producers to research, select and locate required images/footage for broadcast.
• Assist in compiling research for anchors, maintaining on-air updates during live program.
• Gather information on breaking stories for anchors to relay on air.
• Responsible for monitoring and filling graphics orders throughout/during live show hours
Qualifications/Requirements
• At least one year of news production experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Additional Job Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the
United States.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under
tight deadline pressure including breaking news.
Desired Characteristics
• Excellent knowledge of politics, history and current events.
• Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure.
• Knowledge of Avid/Interplay and iNews preferred.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rb177e-3-89-163-156-42 in your application.