Newsnation - Production Assistant -Morning in America Weekend

NewsNation is looking for a Production Assistant to join the show team producing its weekend morning show. The production assistant is a key part of the team completing crucial preproduction and production tasks. The position is based at the network's offices in New York. There are early morning / overnight hours required. **Duties & 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 **Requirements & Skills:** • Minimum 6 months TV or Streaming experience including internships in a news or talk show environment • Knowledge and experience editing video • Knowledge of ENPS or INews 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**: $18.00 to 22.00/hour (per experience) **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. #LI-Onsite