Job Post of the Week: MTV News Production Assistant

Job Post of the Week: MTV News Production Assistant

Where do I apply? How? When? They're not very generous on the job responsibilities details but it's MTV. I'll take it.

MTVNews.com is seeking a full time Production Assistant to support daily news operations (via both written stories and video). The Production Assistant reports to the Vice President of MTV News Digital and will work closely with the Senior Producer on a day-to-day basis.

The Basics --

Qualifications/skills:
- Some production/digital media experience (internships/student activities OK).
- Photoshop
- Avid / Final Cut Pro or similar non-linear editing application.
- Basic HTML (text formatting, tables, lists)
- Willingness to learn MTV News' digital content management systems
- Some background in writing/journalism a plus.
- Experience with shooting video and/or photos also a plus.


The ideal candidate is:
- Versed in web and video production.
- Interested and immersed in music, movies and popular culture.
- Energetic, dynamic and creative; reliable and punctual.
- Cool under pressure.

This one has been bookmarked and is on top of my pile so far! :)