Assistant I, News Production

The News Production Assistant provides support to production staff prior to, during and after the production of a program. • Support production staff with the coordination, creation, scheduling and distribution of all news marketing projects. • Assist with general duties including screening tapes, finding still images etc. • Research and disseminate ideas for project-related news topics and elements. • Screen, log, transcribe and clip footage for projects; organize element reels. • Log and archive video and associated data for future use.  Requirements & Skills: • Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff. • Detail oriented. • Excellent communication and organization skills. • Familiarity with processes and procedures of a television production department. • Basic computer knowledge including MS Office.