Anchor Production Assistant, MS NOW The Beat

Responsibilities

• Assist in compiling research for anchor, maintaining on-air updates during live program
• Gather information on breaking news stories for anchors to relay on air
• Print scripts for anchors and create one-sheets on guests
• Provide daily support by managing calendars, appearance and schedule
• Schedule and book travel and meetings
• Organize and schedule meetings and interviews
• Maintain and process expense reports
• Respond to correspondences
• Perform light errands
• Order, build and coordinate graphic elements for air
• Work closely with producers to research, select and locate required photos for broadcast
• Pitch stories and guests for show
• Work on content for digital platforms, social media and MS NOW's DTC products
• At least one year of news production experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Desired Characteristics:
• Excellent knowledge of politics, history and current events.
• Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure.
• Knowledge of Avid/Interplay and iNews preferred.
• Additional Job Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.
• Salary Range: $30.00/hr - $32.00/hour

Benefits

Additional Information

MS NOW is looking for a Anchor Production Assistant for The Beat with Ari Melber. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

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