Lifestyle Show Production Assistant

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Nexstar Media Inc.’s Portland, Oregon, operation – KRCW/Portland’s CW and KOIN-TV – is looking for a Lifestyle Show Production Assistant (Part Time) for its hour-long weekday lifestyle show Everyday Northwest. You’ll support daily production of our lifestyle program. You will develop and organize daily segments for lifestyle brands, work in studio and in the field to support production of daily content. Writing, shooting, and editing are key elements of this position.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with daily production of lifestyle and news programs and specials
• Research and pitch segment ideas
• Manage the show calendar
• Assist in control booth
• Fill in for Lifestyle Producer to oversee program development and on air as needed.
• Identify content opportunities amongst lifestyle brands and digital platforms
• Helps prepare for large scale station events by gathering materials/gear/equipment.
• Assists with on-site promotions in the community including setup/tear down and event management.
• Attend shoots/live productions to assist with video production.
• Help assist lifestyle team with planning and prep work of large-scale station projects.
• Assist in content creation for lifestyle websites/social platforms/TV as needed.
• Training lifestyle interns
• Coordination with sales team and creative services
• Booking local community segments along with sales segments
• Mic guests and help with camera operation when needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• When it comes to adding to the “Principal Duties & Responsibilities” segment… I’d suggest…
• Create a content calendar for social media based on the shows’ programming
• Deliver platform-ready content daily that represents the lifestyle brand at KOIN while collaborating with the shows’ talent.
• Research relevant social media trends to utilize in social content.
• Utilize content already available from the program to create social media content.
• Ability to work with smartphone editing software such as CapCut / Canva / Instagram Edits
• Fluency on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok
• Videography and photography proficiency to present a professional image.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Detail oriented and self-managing
• Driven personality forwarding goal setting
• Skilled in small tech mobile shooting and editing
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Microsoft office including PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Ability to work with smartphone editing software such as CapCut / Canva / Instagram Edits
• Fluency on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok
• Videography and photography proficiency to present a professional image.

Education/Experience: 

• BS/BA from an accredited four-year university or related work experience
• Training/Equipment:  Must be proficient MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strongly preferred experience with AP ENPS and Ross Xpression.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• High stress environment with deadline pressures.
• Position will require day-to-day multi-tasking, as well as managing multiple projects simultaneously with frequent change in direction and priority.
• May be required to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Occasional travel will be required. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.
• The employee in this position must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. Position may also require work in extreme outdoor temperatures.

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KOIN.com: https://bit.ly/2NpjYBu  or at the Nexstar Website at:  https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar  to complete the application process. You must apply online to be considered for this position.

To be considered for this position you must apply online via the Nexstar Media Group Career Portal: Please remember to attach your cover letter, resume, and a link to your demo reel or portfolio (if applicable).

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ABOUT US: Broadcasting since 1953, KOIN-TV is Portland’s CBS affiliate, providing exceptional local news content on air and online (koin.com), CBS Network programming and syndicated entertainment to viewers across Oregon and SW Washington. KOIN News is Watching Out for You with 51 hours of local news broadcasts each week, featuring award-winning, in-depth investigations, news, weather, traffic, KOIN News AM-Extra and Game-On!  KOIN-TV is a Nexstar Media Inc. television station serving Oregon and SW Washington from its studios in downtown Portland, OR. Nexstar is the largest local television broadcast and digital media company in the nation with 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) in 116 markets reaching approximately 68% of US television households. Today, as one of the most powerful and trusted voices in America, Nexstar remains true to its mission to uphold the public interest principles of localism, diversity and trustworthy, unbiased broadcast journalism. At the same time, the company continues to simultaneously raise its commitment to support the evolving needs and interests of the local viewers, hometown businesses and community organizations that it proudly serves each day.

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