Attention Current Employees: To submit an application for posted positions, please close this window, log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet.

　　Instructions for Applicants: To be considered for one of our open positions, please complete our online employment application and submit all required attachments for each posting that is of interest. Once submitted, your application cannot be edited.

　　If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call toll-free 1-800-992-7519. This email and phone number have been created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

　　Job Description

　　Reporting to the Host/Executive Producer and Producer, the Production Assistant aids in every aspect of the creative and logistical production for another season of Table for All. This position also performs a variety of production tasks including research, guest logistics, location scouting, field producing, writing scripts, obtaining agreements and releases, scheduling, and supporting talent. Please note this is a fixed-term position (30+ hours per week) funded through June 2024.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Assisting Executive Producer and Senior Producer in all aspects of production including research, development, booking and scheduling interviewees, production and post-production;

　　Researching relevant topics, cultures and foods to be included in a segment or program;

　　Assisting with set-up and logistics for production;

　　Providing support for guest bookings, location agreements, appearance and materials releases;

　　Assisting with administrative tasks including but not limited to program descriptions, distribution of show materials to internal departments and external organizations; billing and invoices, and travel arrangements;

　　Sourcing, gathering and clearing archival materials;

　　Assisting in the preparation of clips and other elements for use online and on social media taken from interviews featured on the program;

　　Liaising between the field crew and the post production team;

　　Additional duties, as assigned.

　　Qualified candidates will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a strong ability to plan, organize, and problem solve.

　　Additional qualifications include:

　　A minimum of 1 year of related work experience in television production;

　　Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Frame.io;

　　Knowledge of technical gear and equipment;

　　Knowledge of social media platforms (including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube).

　　Candidates with a food and culture background and a strong interest in current events are preferred.

　　Apply online at NJTV Careers

　　Public Media NJ

　　Gateway 2, 283-299 Market Street

　　Newark, NJ 07102

　　The WNET Group believes that diversity is about learning from others who are not the same, and that differences such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, and other statutorily protected characteristics or other ideologies can enhance the work we do in public media. We believe that as a diverse and inclusive organization, recognizing the unique and multiple perspectives of our employees, we can better fulfill our mission. As a public media institution, our message is enhanced by our diverse workforce where everyone is empowered to make a difference.

　　WNET is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, creed, color, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, marital and partnership status, familial status, arrest or conviction record, union membership, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sex offense, unemployment status, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, an employee's or an employee's dependent's sexual and reproductive health decisions, as well as all other classifications protected by applicable laws.

　　The WNET Group offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary ranges are based on benchmarked nonprofit and industry related data provided by an outside consulting firm and are commensurate with skills and experience. The hiring salary range for this position is $800 - $1,000 per week. Internal equity considerations will be reviewed before making a final offer.

　　Minimum Salary: 800.00Maximum Salary: 1000.00Salary Unit: Weekly