Job Description
Job Description
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Assist Producers in preparing American History & Book TV programs. This includes watching, logging and editing events for multiple C-SPAN platforms, creating graphics, answering phones during live programs and performing several other editorial and administrative duties needed for the smooth functioning of the AHTVBTV unit.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Media logs and edits history and book programs.
- Enters detailed and accurate information about AHTV and BTV programs into Dalet information management system, including quality of program and ideological rating.
- Assists Producers in preparing taped and live programs.
- Assists in live productions by answering viewers' phone calls, field producing and other duties as needed.
- Types graphics accurately.
- Learns and utilizes fully and competently the company's systems for program management and record keeping, especially the Dalet system of information management.
- Other duties as assigned.
BACKGROUND/SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Political Science, History, English or Radio/TV.
- Minimum one year relevant work experience.
- Ability to work independently as well as under direction of Producers within strict time constraints.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and consistently perform in a highly detailed environment.
- Strong knowledge of and interest in history, non-fiction books and public policy.
- High comfort level with computer usage and various software programs.
- Flexibility to work varied schedules, including weekends and evenings.
- Understanding of C-SPAN programming and philosophy.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and able to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Flexible hours and workweek schedule, including regularly working on weekends.