Memphis, TN Production Jobs

The News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, edits video, and posts video to the website.

• Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms
• Writes and orders news stories
• Approves scripts
• Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts
• Edits video
• Writes stories for the website and other e *** platforms
• Interacts with viewers and users on social *** sites
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, 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 two years' experience in news operations (Depending on market size)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work any shift

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

Position Summary : The Production Technician position has core responsibility elements to include floor directing, teleprompter, camera operations, and board operations.

The **** ideal candidate must have a thorough understanding and knowledge of broadcast television production. Duties for the part-time Production Technician include, floor directing, teleprompter, studio camera operation, studio lighting board operation, guest and talent management, and other duties as assigned.

Additional required skills include but are not limited to: audio, proper placement of microphones on news anchors and guests, ability to handle unexpected and last minute changes and ability to effectively communicate those changes promptly to studio talent. The Production Technician must possess the ability to work promptly, under pressure in a cohesive team environment, have clear verbal skills and be reliable with a great attitude. Must be able to work holidays, weekends and flexible schedules being mindful part of fun here is being a 24/7 operation.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB:

• Set up, test & operate all audio sources for broadcast and/or pre-production.
• Thoroughly understanding all audio equipment.
• Meet with director to find out show responsibilities and properly execute them.
• Ability to operate studio camera and floor directing duties.

MINIMUM ****LEDGE, S****S AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• A degree in communications or its equivalent.
• One year experience in a television or production facility.
• Ability to type 35 WPM and must possess accurate spelling skills.
• Knowledge of various audio equipment, both playback and recording is preferred.
• Valid drivers license is required.