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The Production Assistant is responsible for operating television cameras for live and recorded broadcasts. They are also responsible for moving and arranging set pieces, assisting guests, and other studio-related duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Composes and frames shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
• Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director.
  Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts.
• Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements.
• Sets up and performs shots for recorded broadcasts.
• Communicates with Production crew and News talent during broadcasts, including giving visual cues to talent.
• Adds and removes set pieces *** ween segments of live broadcasts.
• Maintains studio cleanliness, including vacuuming and wiping down sets.
• Assists guests with microphones, equipment, product displays, and other tasks related to appearing on-air.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum one year's experience with camera operation in a television broadcasting environment preferred.
• Basic proficiency with computers.
• Experience with broadcast-related equipment, including television cameras, preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The Production Assistant must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time, 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, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. 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 lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Production Assistant is responsible for various television production duties required to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.

• Composes and frames camera shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors
• Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director
• Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts
• Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts
• Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements
• Sets up cameras and related equipment
• Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment
• Produces graphics for newscast
• Creates graphics for the newscast
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

This is a part-time project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 6 - 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

As a Digitization Production Assistant, you will handle day-to-day and long-term asset management support for the operations team working in a shared storage environment. You will help manage what production material is stored and/or archived, while also working with various production teams to fulfill footage requests.

Responsibilities:

• Helpthe *** Sports Group with digitizing the videotape, disc and film archive
• Organize and enter metadata for videotapes, discs and film reels in the *** Sports Group's physical *** tracking system
• Review all physical libraries to determine which assets should be digitized
• Prepare tapes to be sent out of house to be digitized
• Assist with the editing of metadata and trimming for new digital files
• Track physical *** shipments coming back to the *** Sports Group facility and prepare them to be sent out for long-term storage
• Support all of *** 's production teams with footage searches, restores, EDLs, and screeners
• Ensure operationally that LTO/ODA assets are being updated as they move throughout the building as they're critical to our operations

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• BS/BA degree in a relevant TV Production or related field; orequivalent work experience
• Minimum one (1+) yearof familiarity with use of Avid non-linear editing software and Avid Interplay *** asset management softwareor similar NLE
• Minimum one (1+) yearexperience supporting Windows operating environment
• Minimum one (1+) yearof prior studio/remote sports production experience
• Posses a level of sports knowledge

Desired Characteristics:

• Highly motivated and determined individual who can work well independently; self starter
• Prior sports experience and/or prior experience working on large sporting events as a *** coordinator or logger are a plus
• Ability to quickly understand and assess opportunities and/or problems and respond with creative ideas and solutions
• Knowledge and interest in television production and storytelling; demonstrated appreciation for the Olympics
• Demonstrated background in contributing to complex projects
• Sharp eye for visuals and a fresh taste for music
• Detail and deadline oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www. *** to be considered
• Willingness to work occasional OT and have flexibility to work nights and/or weekends & holidays.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Required On-Site:This position is required to be performed full-time from an *** Universal-designated worksite - Stamford, CT.

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

**** is owned by *** Television, Inc. and is a *** affiliate. We are located in beautiful Northern Illinois with Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee in our backyard. The Rockford market is an excellent choice for individuals interested in gaining broadcasting experience as well as those looking to make this area their home. Rockford – Small Town Charm with Big City Convenience!

Job Summary/Description:

**** is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Digital Sales Assistant to support their Sales team. We are looking for a creative and digital-minded individual. The ideal candidate should be able to efficiently combine originality, functionality, and technology to produce eye-catching and informative content. In this role, organizational and technical skills are key, and all candidates must possess in-depth knowledge of design software programs. As a member of the digital sales team, the Digital Sales Assistant is responsible for ensuring accuracy and follow-through of orders related to advertising campaigns and assist the Account Executives in building revenue. This individual will play a critical role in supporting campaign setup, management, research, and reporting for the sales team.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Utilize software and design tools to create online content, including banner advertisements, artwork, social *** graphics, and interactive web content
* The digital sales assistant will work closely with our marketing and creative teams to produce on-brand and eye-catching campaigns and graphics
* Research and gather information on new technology and how the station can utilize for advancement of our digital platforms
* Keep abreast of new and emerging initiatives for the station to develop a competitive advantage
* Maintain a high level of communication with all station personnel and management you interact with
* Maintain a high level of communication with sales team to inform of status of campaigns for clients
* Assist with the launch of digital campaigns
* Raise ideas to the sales and management team for digital platforms and initiatives
* Enter, review and approve digital orders as necessary
* Assist in training all sales personnel and content producers on a regular basis on all digital platforms
* Attend and participate in meetings and conference calls on digital platforms as needed
* Inform sales team of ongoing digital programs
* Partner with Corporate on acquiring elements that are associated with sales efforts
* Monitor all digital campaigns to ensure full delivery of strategy and communicate with DSM on pacing and results

Qualifications/Requirements:

* Must have strong technical, creative and organizational skills
* Must possess excellent attention to detail
* Must be proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud programs, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator
* Working knowledge of new *** , digital interactive initiatives, social *** and content creation
* Requires a highly professional communication skill-set, including excellent grammar, copy-writing, spelling accuracy, and excellent phone & conversation skills
* Effective relationship building, customer service, communication and negotiation skills
* Strong understanding of the changing landscape of integrated marketing
* Must be able to multi-task and maintain composure in stressful situations
* Must have strong listening skills, and be empathetic and able to effectively relate to clients and needs to be proficient in finding solutions and diffusing angry or upset customers
* Understanding of digital analytics and reporting tools is a plus
* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products
* College degree preferred
* Broadcast or television experience is a plus
* Portfolio, illustrations, and other graphic submission examples are a plus
* Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)

****-TV/ *** Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*** Television encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.

The *** *** Company is hiring for a Studio Tech II at **** in Helena. They will ensure smooth operation of technical equipment and services during programs. Perform all duties associated with operating the teleprompter, cameras, studio graphics and audio mixer for broadcast. Demonstrates proficiency in several areas and on at least two technical systems.

**** YOU'LL DO:

• Ensure studio is prepared and set-ups are complete; assign and set-up mics for on-air talent and conduct mic checks; coordinate studio position/placement for live shows; operate tele-prompter and cameras during live and taped shows
• Operate of various technical equipment including, but not limited to, graphics systems, VizRt and Newsticker. Perform audio mixing, coordinate satellite feeds and monitor usage/charging systems
• Assist technical director with trouble-shooting technical problems and effectively resolves/removes roadblocks as they occur during production in the studio.
• Other duties as assigned.

**** YOU'LL NEED:

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

**** YOU'LL BRING:

• Successfully performed related duties of Studio Tech I for up to one year
• Demonstrate knowledge of technical systems and floor operations
• Readily learn and apply training, new techniques and independent judgment
• Must be able to work a studio lift

**** ENVIRONMENT:

• Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases in work setting.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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If you are a current *** employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at *** .

*** ' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At *** , we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person's diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. *** leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at *** .com .

ABOUT *** :

The *** *** Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified *** company focused on creating a *** ter-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, *** serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. *** reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets *** News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. *** is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. *** is the longtime steward of the *** National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, *** ' long-time motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The *** *** Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

Televisa *** is looking for a Production Assistant to join our team!

ABOUT YOU:

You are an enthusiastic self-starter who loves working with people, creative, detail oriented, and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

• You will support the production team
• Assist daily with news shows.
• Assist with makeup artists schedule
• Schedule guests and participants for the show
• Answer queries and communications through phone or email
• Make suggestions and ideas for improvements for the show
• Other duties required by the production team.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's Degree or High School Diploma preferred.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving ability
• Good listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes

*** is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Chief Engineer manages all aspects of the Engineering Department, to include the information technology system, as well as oversees the day-to-day operations and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station. This person also ensures station compliance with FCC, local, state, and federal rules and regulations applicable to the station.

• Manages all aspects of the Engineering Department
• Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the Engineering Department
• Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
• Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station
• Ensures station compliance with FCC rules and regulations, as well as all local, state and federal regulations applicable to the station
• Works with corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
• Manages the information technology staff and system
• Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met
• Works with corporate leadership to manage engineering and technology capital projects to the established budgets
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Minimum five years' experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three year's experience in a leadership role
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Strong PC/MS Office experience
• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems, digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment is required
• Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems is also required
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

The Opportunity

*** is the world's leading internet entertainment service, with over 220 million memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages. The *** Dubbing Production team is responsible for getting those amazing programs to our growing international audience. Centered around dubbing/VO production, a great team environment, and cutting-edge technology, this group is critical to *** 's ability to provide the best localized experience of our great content. With this international expansion, the preservation of creative intent in the production of a localized experience is of utmost importance, what a great time to join *** !

As a Language Production Manager, English Dubbing, you will be responsible for how members experience English-dubbed audio, ensuring *** customers across the globe get the highest-quality experience from our localized audio assets. As we continue to add support for new languages and expand our global membership, providing best-in-class localized content is critical to our success.

The Role

The Language Production Manager, English Dubbing, will be the main liaison *** ween the *** Dubbing team and local dubbing *** , not only overseeing the production of select titles in their respective language(s) but also ensuring a healthy production pipeline among our Dubbing vendors. The ideal candidate is an organized, strategic thinker who thrives in managing a multitude of tasks while safeguarding all title-level requirements. You will be working on *** 's growing catalog to manage long-form project progress, creative and quality control, and the launch of all dubbed assets. Managing end-to-end dubbing includes working closely with internal and external partners to direct and/or i *** uence outcomes even amidst ambiguity. This is a demanding and fast-moving position that requires someone who can maintain a holistic approach while getting as tactical as necessary to deliver the content. Applicants must work across all components of Dubbing alongside in-territory teams to produce high-quality global audio assets in their language.

Responsibilities

• Be the leading voice of dubbing production and accessibility assets in the respective dubbing market. This team will manage multiple large-scale dubbing projects (long-form and short-form dubbing as well as accessibility assets) across a wide range of English partners and languages for *** original titles.
• Be the leading voice of dubbing production and accessibility assets in the respective dubbing market.
• Define standards for excellence and general creative guidelines for the respective territory/country.
• Analyze content language trends/ performance to identify and solve localization challenges in collaboration with the Title Managers on select titles.
• Build and leverage strong relationships with the talent community in the respective territory/country. Maintain and grow existing talent databases.
• Collaborate with Dubbing Partners on dubbing talent casting and mix review on select titles, whilst enforcing adherence to creative guidelines on all dubbed titles. I *** uence and streamline dubbing production operations by looking for efficiency and innovative opportunities (budget awareness, scheduling, etc).
• Working closely with Global Resource Strategy to regularly evaluate vendor strategy in the territory through data and expertise.
• Accommodate and/or provide risk assessment for any special upstream localization requests in the territory. Address, resolve, and escalate issues and concerns as needed.
• Closely monitor activities of actors unions/guilds that could i *** uence pricing and general market behavior.
• Initiate, support, and collaborate with cross-functional partners on Inclusion and diversity initiatives to ensure our strategy is consistent across the organization.
• Be sensitive to the local competitive landscape in the respective market.
• Have a working knowledge of the dubbing contracts and local best practices *** ween talent and *** 's dubbing vendors.
• Closely monitoring of activities of competitors' landscapes that could i *** uence dubbing capacity and general market behavior.

Innovation:

• Be a subject matter expert in the *** tooling ecosystem to ensure adoption by our dubbing vendors.
• Stay updated on how technology is impacting the dubbing process across the industry and consider ways to integrate these advancements into our workflow as the company develops its strategy.
• The subject matter expert for dubbing production workflows within their language covers the detection, transformation, and adaptation processes and supports the Dubbing Strategy and Innovation roadmap.
• Participate in the tests, and quality control of SV (for AD, lip sync, and VO, core assets roll-out, machine translation testing, etc.)

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5-10 years of dubbing title/language management experience (creative/operations, respectively).
• Ability to inspire trust and team-building skills while creating professional representation on behalf of *** .
• Curiosity and interest in innovation and the ability to adapt to new technologies and processes.
• Provide innovative thinking around scalable solutions and workflows, constantly questioning existing systems and looking for a *** ter way.
• Strong understanding of the creative process and the ability to communicate effectively with creative partners and cross-functional teams.
• Highly analytical and able to get to the root cause of a problem; able to creatively figure out a solution or propose changes to existing workflows as required.
• A strong understanding of Dubbing workflows and pipelines, including real-time workflows and the creative nature of the business.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment, executing titles at various points of production (from development through delivery).
• Contribute to the company's culture of curiosity and self-disciplined proactive responsibility as part of the Dubbing team.
• Adept at writing, facilitating, and presenting analyses.
• Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent, relevant work experience.
• Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in another language is beneficial.

How this role adds value:

• Manages Ambiguity.
• Business Insight.
• Collaborates.
• Communicates Effectively.
• Courage.
• Decision Quality.
• Interpersonal Savvy.
• Build Networks.
• Resourcefulness.
• Situational Adaptability.
• Balances Stakeholders.
• Strategic Mindset.

Who we work with: Main Partners

• Dubbing Title Management.
• Globalization.
• Marketing/PR.
• Business and Legal Affairs.
• Public Policy.
• Finance Strategy and Analysis.
• Dubbing Strategy and Innovation.
• Product Discovery & Promotion.
• Production Technology & Operations.
• Finance Procurement Operations.
• Content.
• Dubbing Global Resource Strategy.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $160,000 - $360,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.