Production Assistant job description

Job brief

We are looking for a highly organized and motivated Production Assistant to join our media production team and elevate our digital storytelling capabilities. In this role, you will play a critical part in turning creative concepts into polished multimedia experiences, working closely with editors, producers, and camera operators on diverse high-impact projects. You will gain hands-on experience in modern media workflows, from pre-production coordination to final distribution across social and broadcast channels. If you possess a keen eye for detail and a passion for media operations, we invite you to help us deliver compelling content to our growing audience.

What is a Production Assistant?

A Production Assistant is an essential media professional who supports the end-to-end lifecycle of content creation across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms. By coordinating logistics, managing post-production assets, and ensuring technical standards are met, the Production Assistant acts as the operational backbone for creative teams. Their proficiency in industry-standard software and hardware ensures that complex multimedia projects remain organized, on schedule, and aligned with high-quality production benchmarks.

What does a Production Assistant do?

On a daily basis, a Production Assistant manages media ingest workflows, organizes raw footage for editors, and coordinates equipment rentals or studio scheduling. They utilize tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and AVID Media Composer to assist in rough cuts, generate metadata for digital asset management (DAM) systems, and maintain meticulous production logs. Beyond the desk, they support live production setups, ensuring cameras, lighting, and audio equipment are prepped and ready for capture, while communicating production progress to directors and creative leads.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end post-production workflow, including media ingest, proxy creation, and project file organization within Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Support onsite production by operating ENG cameras, lighting kits, and professional field audio recording equipment during multi-camera shoots.
• Coordinate production logistics such as talent scheduling, location scouting, equipment procurement, and catering for studio and remote broadcasts.
• Perform preliminary video editing, color grading, and sound mixing to meet technical specifications for broadcast and web delivery.
• Monitor social media and streaming analytics platforms to report on audience engagement trends and content performance to the production team.
• Execute metadata tagging and archival processes for all raw footage and final assets within our central DAM or cloud storage systems.
• Assist creative producers in developing editorial calendars and distribution timelines to ensure consistent publishing cycles across multi-platform networks.
• Conduct thorough fact-checking and background research to maintain accuracy and editorial integrity across all scripted and non-scripted media projects.

Requirements and skills

• Proficiency in professional editing software including Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or DaVinci Resolve is required for daily workflows.
• Demonstrated experience in operating professional cinema or broadcast cameras, such as Sony FX6 or Canon C300 series, and related grip equipment.
• Strong technical understanding of video codecs, frame rates, and compression formats for diverse delivery platforms like YouTube, OTT, and broadcast TV.
• Ability to manage high-pressure production schedules and provide clear status updates to executive producers and department heads in a fast-paced setting.
• Degree in Film, Television, Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent portfolio demonstrating professional-level media production experience.
• Familiarity with remote collaboration tools and project management software such as Asana, Trello, or Frame.io for client review cycles.
• Solid understanding of media rights, clearance procedures, and copyright best practices to ensure all published content is legally compliant.
• Active commitment to staying current with emerging media technologies, generative AI tools, and evolving digital distribution trends in the entertainment industry.

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