What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Assistant (Part-Time) - WPXI TV position at Cox Media Group?
Location: PA-Pittsburgh
Job Title: Production Assistant (Part-Time) - WPXI TV
Position Overview
WPXI TV Pittsburgh is looking for a Part-Time Production Assistant who will assist in all phases of commercial and studio production.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Schedule and coordinate crews for productions
- Order, set up, and break down craft services for productions
- Purchase and return props for productions
- Produce and co-produce weekly shows
- Create and fill out paperwork including, but not limited to, call sheets, contracts, and schedules
- Assist producers and editors throughout the pre-production, production, and post-production process
- Assist with setting up new vendors in the payroll system
- Communicate necessary production information such as scripts and schedules to crew members and talent agents
- Operate teleprompter when needed
- Keep track of expenses and compile monthly expense reports
- Regularly update crew lists and rates
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word and Excel
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
- College degree
- Experience with on site production
- Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Preferred Qualifications
- 1-2 years previous studio camera production experience preferred
About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 49 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 10 markets; a Washington, DC news bureau; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com
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