NewsNation Production Assistant, Morning in America (Chicago, IL)

NewsNation is looking for a Production Assistant to join the show team producing the daily morning news program. The production assistant is a key part of the team completing crucial preproduction and production tasks. The position is based at the network’s headquarters in Chicago, and the daily work hours are expected to be 2a-10aCT.

Responsibilities:

• Involvement in all daily show procedures, assisting production team in all stages of production

• Work closely with producers to conduct and compile research for host and producers.

• Work closely with producers and associate producers to edit video and prepare graphics.

• Assist with guests who will appear on air.

• Perform administrative tasks for anchors and senior producers as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum six months T.V. experience including internships in a news or talk show environment

• Knowledge and experience editing video

• Knowledge of ENPS preferred

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)

• Commitment to being a self-starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Characteristics

• Excellent knowledge of current events and politics

• Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure

• Must have the ability to handle multiple projects or assignments with attention to detail

• Must thrive in a collaborative work environment

Salary Range: $40,000 – $50,000

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Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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