Production Assistant

Job Description

Production Assistant (Contract)

Responsibilities:
• Work with Producing team on the day-to-day production of assigned shows (including, but not limited to weekly video series, snap reformats, and other projects as assigned)
• Pitch segment ideas
• Undertake detailed research
• Fact check scripts and spell check graphics
• Pull, organize and track all video assets (including b-roll, SOTs, and pics)
• Clearly communicate with gfx artists, photo team, and editors
• Log and transcribe interviews
• Attend shoots and assist production as needed
• Work with talent as directed
• Assist with major initiatives (like E! live events) as well as day-to-day operations
• Juggle multiple projects and shows with parallel timelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ months production experience on any platform (TV, Digital, Social) or related internship
• Strong video content production background

Desired Characteristics
• Organization and time management skills with initiative
• Possess working knowledge of basic video and photo editing software (including Adobe Premiere & Photoshop)
• Basic knowledge of navigating and downloading media from external resources like Getty, Shutterstock, etc.
• Effective communication skills and experience working across multiple departments
• A blend of collaborative skills as well as being an independent self-starter
• Flexible and has ability to shift gears quickly between multiple projects
• Field shoot experience a plus
• Create and maintain positive, productive relationships with both internal and external groups
• Ability to work efficiently whether in office or remote
• Keep a pulse on trending/viral topics across digital platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, TikTok Snapchat, Twitch, and Instagram
• Must love pop culture and all things entertainment news

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rnxzpk-3-149-27-202-42 in your application.