News Production Assistant

This is a Part Time Job

WCYB/WEMT has an exciting opportunity for a part-time News Production Assistant! This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone interested in beginning a career in television news. The News Production Assistant will support our newsroom and production teams by helping create timely, accurate content for broadcast and digital platforms.

Responsibilities include:
• Assist with researching and writing news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms
• Edit video and prepare content for the news playout server
• Create graphics and other visual elements for on-air and online content
• Answer and direct incoming newsroom calls
• Assist with timing and preparing segments for live newscasts
• Support the newsroom and production team with other duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications:
• Previous experience is not required; education, internship experience, or coursework in television, journalism, communications, or a related field is preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Interest in local news, storytelling, and television production
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Training will be provided

Schedule:
• General hours are weekday afternoons and evenings
• Must be available to work weekends
• Additional hours may be required on occasion, based on station needs