Production Assistant

ND, Bismarck

Full time

REQ-43050

KX News is looking for a production assistant to assist in all aspects of bringing Good Day Dakota and Studio 701 to air. The primary shift is 5 am to 1 pm on weekdays. Having experience is excellent but we can train the right candidate from running a teleprompter up to directing a newscast. The Production Assistant is responsible for various television production duties required to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.

• Composes and frames camera shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors

• Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director

• Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts

• Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts

• Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements

• Sets up cameras and related equipment

• Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment

• Produces graphics for newscast

• Creates graphics for the newscast

• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

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