Production Trainee

Fox TV Stations

Base: $13.00-15.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specified...
Serve as floor director during broadcasts
Operate etc lighting board and jib camera
Load and operate the prompter system
This 6-month opportunity provides hands-on experience and training in television production preparing you for full-time regular employment at a broadcast station

Job Summary

  • This 6-month opportunity provides hands-on experience and training in television production preparing you for full-time regular employment at a broadcast station.
  • Essential duties include serving as a floor director during live and pre-taped broadcasts while operating ETC lighting boards, JIB cameras, and robotic pedestals.
  • The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to changes in rundown schedules while ensuring talent is positioned correctly on time.

Matching Summary

This 6-month opportunity provides hands-on experience and training in television production preparing you for full-time regular employment at a broadcast station.

Salary

Base: $13.00-15.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Serve as floor director during broadcasts
  • Operate ETC lighting board and JIB camera
  • Load and operate the prompter system
  • Read and follow broadcast rundowns
  • Ensure talent is in correct positions

Nice-to-have

  • Willingness to learn production equipment
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Perform under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in English grammar and spelling

Key Requirements

  • College degree preferably in Journalism or Broadcasting
  • Recent graduate within one year or less
  • Must be willing to learn production equipment post-hire

Work Rights

Not specified

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