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Nexstar Media Group Assistant I, Production in Abilene, Texas
This Entry Level Position will be responsible for providing all behind the scenes work during our TV Newscasts.
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Work Hours: 3:15pm-6:45pm then back from 8:15pm-10:45pm
Hours MAY fluctuate depending on circumstance ie: live events, weather etc
Number hours per week Approx. 27.5 Hours per week
Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform all aspects of production responsibilities during newscasts (studio cam, audio, CG)
Keep studio and control rooms picked up and clean
Assist news with scripts
Work Experience and Education:
H.S. Diploma or GED
Previous production exp. a PLUS – but not necessary. Training provided
Special Skills Required:
Computer skills a PLUS
Organizational skills
Self-motivated and able to work with little to no supervision
Dependable
Reliable means of transportation and communication (ie: phone) REQUIRED
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Production Assistant must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, and make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions or outdoors during remote broadcasts. In addition, the Production Assistant must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. Must be able to climb 12' ladder. Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
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, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
