Jackson's 16 WAPT · 7 hours ago
Production Assistant
Jackson, MS
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelJackson's 16 WAPT is an ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS, seeking a Production Assistant to join their production crew. The role involves operating cameras and various equipment for live broadcasts and post-production, as well as assisting the production team to ensure successful broadcasts.
BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNews
Responsibilities
Operate cameras and studio floor directing
Move and handle props and sets during productions
Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment
Lighting and script preparation for newscasts
Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
Understand and maintain lighting grid and control board
Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid
Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere
Assist the directors
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software
Editing experience is necessary
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Preferred
Videography experience helpful
Related military experience will be considered
Company
Jackson's 16 WAPT
Jackson's 16 WAPT (Hearst Television Inc) is Central Mississippi's most watched source for breaking news, urgent weather updates, and one-of-a-kind local stories.
Founded in 1970
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase