Production Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary:

Quick Summary (full description below):
A Production Assistant role offering hands-on experience in media production, with growth opportunities toward producer or content creator positions. The role involves supporting newsroom operations, newscasts, and digital content creation.

Years of Experience Required:
• Not mentioned

Salary:
• Not mentioned

Required Experience:
• Not required; education or internship in television or related field preferred

Preferred Skills/Experience:
• Interest in government, politics, economics, environment, and public interest issues

Workplace Requirements:
• Location: Southeast Michigan
• In office, shifts vary (primarily mornings and weekends)

Education Requirements:
• Required: Not mentioned
• Preferred: Education or internship in television or related field

Hard Skills Required:
• Familiarity with studio equipment, camera operation, graphics, and audio (training provided)
• Basic video editing skills

Soft Skills Required:
• Strong interest in media and current events
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:
• Not mentioned

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Full Posting:

Company: Paramount
Job Title: Production Assistant
Location: Southeast Michigan

Job Description:
Paramount seeks a motivated Production Assistant to support newsroom operations in delivering breaking news, weather, and traffic coverage to Southeast Michigan. This entry-level position provides hands-on experience in media production, digital content creation, and live newscast support, preparing candidates for future roles such as producer or content creator.

Key Responsibilities:
• Operate graphics, audio, or cameras for morning, evening, and weekend newscasts
• Prepare scripts, set up the studio, and operate cameras during live newscasts
• Edit video content for newscasts and create digital content for social platforms
• Collaborate with newsroom managers, producers, and crew

Workplace Requirements:
• Primarily morning and weekend shifts; in-office role in Southeast Michigan

Required Qualifications:
• Education or internship in television or related field preferred; training provided

Compensation:
• Not mentioned