PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

NEWSMAX MEDIA

JOB DESCRIPTION

A television production assistant (or PA) is responsible for the administration, organization and secretarial work involved in producing a television program

Attend production meetings;

Type, edit, copy and distribute scripts;

organize travel arrangements for cast, crew and production executives;

organize accommodation for cast and crew;

Type and distribute schedules, or call sheets;

Assist cast members, and at times running errands for them;

Run errands between the production office and other departments;

Deal with accounts and expenses

Keep track of timings during a program

Set up pre-recorded material in the studio

Make schedules, shot lists, logs and other paperwork for post-production.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

College Degree in Communications, Broadcasting or similar discipline preferred

Previous experience in a television newsroom as in intern or production assistant preferred

Good working knowledge of politics and current events

Strong writing ability and sound organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work well under intense deadlines and pressure

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook

Technical ability with non-linear broadcast 

Video editing equipment a plus