Production Assistant

Job Description

WZDX FOX54 in beautiful Huntsville, Alabama is looking for a full-time Production Assistant who understands great production value and teamwork. This person will be performing a variety of technical and support functions in the executions of live newscasts, studio productions, remotes and on-air operations. 

We are looking for someone who is an innovator and leader.  

Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

The successful candidate should be highly reliable and have effective communication skills. The PA position is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to start a career in television, video production, journalism and digital content creation. Several previous Production Assistants have had the opportunity to move into reporting and producing.

Responsibilities:
• Assist with various production elements including preparing cameras, lights, monitors and testing mics/IFBs for live newscasts and studio productions
• Operate cameras, audio, graphics, teleprompter
• Edit video
• Various other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Requirements:
• Work or school related experience is helpful
• Computers skills are essential
• Working knowledge of cameras, audio and video editing software is a plus
• Must be dependable, flexible in terms of scheduling, a team player and work well under pressure
• Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
• Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
• Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 US markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network, Twist and Quest. TEGNA offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit TEGNA's website.

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