Production Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is your local source for television and radio -

WNED PBS, WNED PBS KIDS, WNED Create, WBFO NPR, WNED Classical, and WBFO The Bridge!

We reach Western New York and Southern Ontario and can be streamed from your favorite device.

Engaging our communities through exploration and entertainment-everywhere.

We're looking for per-diem Production Assistants!

What you'll be doing:

Performs tasks as needed by Manager of Studio & Equipment such as:

• Set and light for studio productions
• Operate studio camera and act as floor manager
• Other production related duties, as needed
• Help ready studio for non-production events, rentals, etc.
• May serve as grip for electronic field production
• May serve as audio assist on electronic field production, as assigned

What you'll need:

• Associate's degree in Broadcast Production/Communications preferred
• 2+ years' experience in a professional television production environment or equivalent experience at a college, university or technical school
• Must have working knowledge of studio operations including operation of studio cameras, floor directing and other studio production tasks
• Should be familiar with electronic field production equipment and techniques

Why BTPM?

Because we're awesome! You won't find a better group of talented, energetic people dedicated to quality content and reaching the various communities of our region. We are proud of our culture and promote a realistic balance of both work and personal life. We also have free parking!

Hours and Salary:

This is a non-exempt, per-diem/casual position which means you would work an irregular schedule as needed/requested - this is on-site work at our station. Our Production Assistants may be at level I, II or III and starting pay will be based on education, experience and interview. Pay range: $16.00 to $19.00 per hour.

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through inclusion.