Production Assistant

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Reports to the Director of Tech-Ops. Perform a variety of studio, control room and remote production duties including operation of audio mixers, robotic and handheld cameras and VMix production systems. Job also involves preparation of on-air content including commercials, promos, PSA’s and syndicated programs. Assist with production of digital content and live streams.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Prep studio sets, microphones, lighting, monitors and computer tablets for newscasts and various live and prerecorded productions. Operate robotic and manually controlled studio cameras.
•    Perform audio operation for newscasts, weather cut-ins, breaking news coverage, public affairs shows, sports and lifestyle programs.
•    Assist studio and control room personnel on productions for station branding, promotion, billboards, program messages and public service announcements.
•    Ingest and prep content for on-air playback. Monitor and perform video and audio quality control.
•    Switch podcasts and online programs with VMix live video streaming systems.
•    Perform periodic master control duties for live sports events featured on KTVB and KTFT 24/7 subchannels. Perform master control functions and content preparation responsibilities associated with Cyber and Disaster Recovery operations.
•    Assist with cameras and audio on remote productions including parades, community events, pregame shows and sports telecasts.
•    Need to be flexible in terms of scheduling. The position will require working varying shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

•    Experience with cameras, audio mixers and equipment, video switchers, editing systems, routers and monitoring tools.
•    Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies including IT based video production and broadcast systems.
•    Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required. Experience with production and on-air automation programs are a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

•    25% Sitting – Computer and audio operation.
•    25% Walking – Performing technical functions.
•    50% Standing – Performing technical functions.
•    Mobility and flexibility are essential, as well as the ability to lift heavy equipment.

Benefits: 

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. 

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com 

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Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers. 

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