Broadcast Production Assistant
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH
- Listed
- 2 days ago
About the role
WLWT-TV, the NBC affiliate in Cincinnati, has an opening for a part-time Broadcast Production Assistant. We are looking for a team player who understands the flexible schedule required in the broadcast industry to join our production crew. The Broadcast Production Assistant is responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio board, graphics and video equipment related to live broadcasts and post-production. This position works with the production team to help ensure successful broadcasts.
Responsibilities
- Operate cameras and provide studio floor direction.
- Move and handle props and sets during productions.
- Construct, maintain, install and operate props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment.
- Assist with lighting and script preparation for newscasts.
- Maintain the appearance of studios, including cleaning sets and floors.
- Understand and maintain the lighting grid and control board.
- Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the lighting grid.
- Edit syndicated promotions for air and web content using Adobe Premiere.
- Assist directors during live broadcasts and productions.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of television newscast equipment and software.
- Videography experience helpful.
- Editing experience required.
- Ability to manage the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
- Related military experience will be considered.
- In-person attendance is required.
Values in Action
At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve.
From Hearst's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 7, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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