
Production Assistant
Entertainment Tonight
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
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Entertainment Tonight is looking for a sharp, pop-culture-obsessed Production Assistant to join our team. This is an entry-level role built for someone who's ready to work hard, learn fast, and grow inside the #1 entertainment news brand in the world.
Overview:
This PA will be assigned to one of ET's Supervising Producers in the NYC bureau, supporting a mix of exclusives, features, red carpet coverage, set visits, and news. One day you might be building a folder off breaking news, the next you're on the ground at a red carpet or a set visit. The best PAs bring editorial instincts to all of it. If you're deep in a folder on a breaking story and you spot a vault clip that just became gold, we need you to recognize it and flag it. That awareness is what separates a good PA from a great one.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
You'll work directly with a Supervising Producer across ET's NYC bureau coverage, serving as the link between raw footage and finished stories.
• Media management – ingest shoot footage, log and label assets, and build organized folders that segment producers can write directly from
• Transcription – turn celebrity interviews and field shoots into accurate, usable transcripts on deadline
• Morning show & podcast monitoring – watch and transcribe morning news broadcasts and podcasts to flag newsworthy moments before the rest of the day catches up
• Exclusives & features support – help prep and execute interviews, shoots, and packages tied to ET exclusives and features
• Asset coordination – pull b-roll, photos, social clips, and archival material; track rights and credits
• Producer support – research, fact checks, and content prep across broadcast, digital, and social
• Field and studio assistance – crew support, errands, and on-the-ground help when shoots need an extra set of hands
• Cross-department coverage – pitch in where the show needs you
Basic Qualifications
• You live and breathe pop culture – you can name every famous face in a crowded shot
• You're fast, accurate, and organized under pressure
• You communicate clearly and work well with a team
• You have sharp editorial instincts – you know the difference between a great sound bite and a throwaway line
• Must pass a short celebrity knowledge quiz
Additional Qualifications
• Degree or internship in TV, film, or a related field is a plus, not a requirement
THE DETAILS:
• Schedule: Approximately 45 hours/week | 8am EST - 5:30pm EST | with some weekend / big award show coverage expected
• Location: New York, New York (office in Midtown)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
What We Offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Salary/Benefits
$20.00 /hour USD
Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)
Perks
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages
• Generous paid time off
• Exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of a dynamic team
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community
Additional Information
Paramount is dedicated to entertaining the planet through its diverse array of brands and content, fostering a collaborative environment where passionate individuals can create meaningful moments for audiences and employees alike. CBS Media Ventures, a division of Paramount Skydance Corporation and part of CBS Entertainment Group, is a leader in television syndication, producing and distributing popular shows such as “The Drew Barrymore Show,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Wheel of Fortune,” “Jeopardy!,” “Sherri Shepherd,” and “Inside Edition.” Additionally, CMV manages national barter advertising sales for Debmar-Mercury's and Fox's first-run syndicated programming and operates Dabl, a multiplatform, advertiser-supported lifestyle network.