Production Assistant - Temp

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. KARE 11, the TEGNA NBC affiliate serving the Minneapolis–St. Paul market, is seeking a detail-driven part-time/temporary Studio Production Assistant.

About the role

The primary focus of this role is operating robotic camera systems during live newscasts, local programming, and digital/streaming content. This position works closely with the production, news, and technical teams to maintain exceptional visual quality and control in a fast-paced live broadcast environment.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility for operating, controlling, and managing robotic camera systems, including pre-setting camera blocking, framing, and movement during live and recorded broadcasts.
• Assist with general studio operations, including floor direction and teleprompter operations.
• Ensure the highest level of visual excellence and quality control across all live and pre-produced content.
• Collaborate closely with directors, control room operators, and newsroom personnel to ensure smooth, deadline-driven execution during broadcasts and breaking news events.
• Perform other duties within the production department as assigned.

Requirements

• Prior experience in television studio production, specifically operating robotic or manual broadcast studio cameras.
• Familiarity with live newsroom workflows, studio production environments, and basic control systems.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, respond adaptively to breaking news, and maintain composure in a live broadcast environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with crew members and directors.
• Flexible scheduling required—must be available to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and breaking news coverage as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift, push, or move up to 25 lbs.

Pay

$18—$23 USD per hour.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as dental and eye care coverage.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with 100% company match on contributions up to the first 4% of pay, fully vested from day one.
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc for all employees and their eligible family members, regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans.
• Twelve free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year.
• Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement, which may affect benefits.