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Production Assistant

KOAT 7
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 3/15/2026 CLOSED ON 4/22/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Assistant position at KOAT 7?

Job Description

KOAT, the ABC affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has an opening for a Broadcast Production Assistant. We are looking for a team player who understands the flexible schedule that the broadcast industry requires to join our production crew. You will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics and video equipment related to live broadcasts and post-production. You will work with our production team to guarantee a successful broadcast is produced. You will report to the News Production Manager.

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 the appearance of studios, including cleaning of set and floors
  • Understand and maintain the 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

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software
  • Videography experience helpful
  • Editing experience is necessary
  • Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
  • Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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