The Production Assistant is responsible for various television production duties required to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts. This is a freelance position.

+ Composes and frames camera shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors

+ Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director

+ Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts

+ Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts

+ Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements

+ Sets up cameras and related equipment

+ Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment

+ Produces graphics for newscast

+ Creates graphics for the newscast

+ Performs other duties as assigned

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