Production Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

The Story with Martha MacCallum is looking for a proactive Production Assistant with a passion for politics, current events, and breaking news. As a Production Assistant, you will identify and edit the most compelling videos for air while creating informative, catchy graphics that tell stories visually. Your ability to accomplish tasks on a tight deadline will allow you to succeed in this role. If you are ready to kick start your career in the news industry and work alongside a great team of professionals, we can't wait to meet you!

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create and edit compelling videos and graphics
• Produce guest segments and reporter hits while coordinating with studio and field crews
• Pitch story ideas and produce segments
• Conduct independent research, analyze, and interpret domestic, international, and political affairs to develop and pitch story ideas to anchor and senior show staff
• Research, identify, and help book potential guests for stories
• Work alongside team members to produce content for social media
• Edit packages

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Strong digital and social media skills
• Experience using Dalet
• Strong knowledge of news, politics, and current events
• Broadcast news experience
• Familiarity with iNews, VIZ, and an understanding of building program rundowns
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
• Flexibility to work various shifts when needed
• A motivated, self-starter attitude with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience

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