Wondrium : Production Assistant (Freelance )

Production Assistant is needed in Washington, United States.

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Client: Wondrium

Location: Chantilly, VA

Contract: Full Time

Production Assistant

Wondrium is looking for a Production Assistant who can support our mission to create engaging courses that satisfy the curiosity and interests of lifelong learners. Meeting the challenges of a deadline-driven audio/video production environment, you will be part of a dedicated team that works with university professors and other experts to develop the words and the stories that bring complex ideas to life.

Responsibilities:

• Teleprompter operation, including basic script preparation
• Set lighting/rigging
• Basic Grip functions
• Basic Camera Setup/Prep/Operations
• Setting/using body-worn and stand microphones
• Set dressing/detailing
• Floor managing/directing/assisting
• Take lunch orders and purchase other food and drink for the studio
• Assist with other aspects of pre and postproduction as assigned

Environment:

This is an in-office position at our Chantilly, VA studios.

Physical Demands:

• Lifting equipment up to 35 pounds in weight occasionally and the ability to carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
• Sitting and standing for long periods of time
• Climbing ladders up to 12’ occasionally

Requirements:

• Associate degree or higher in television/media or related field, OR minimum 1-2 years’ prior experience in media production
• Attention to detail, with a keen editorial eye for catching errors
• Strong, detail-oriented work ethic, self-motivation and positive attitude
• Able to perform efficiently and professionally under stress and deadlines
• Intellectual curiosity across multiple disciplines
• Strong basic computer skills & knowledge of MS OFFICE software
• Must have own transportation

Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree in television/media or closely related field
• Prior experience as Production Assistant, Floor Manager, Camera Assistant, Camera Operator on film/video/media productions
• Knowledge of basic media production standards, operations, and safety
• Medium/Advance knowledge of MS OFFICE, Adobe Creative Suite, and any industry standard prompting program(s)
• Prior experience with ENG/EFP video equipment, including cameras (Sony FS7, Sony A7, Canon C100, etc.), lights (Arriflex, KinoFlo, Nila, Intellytech, Aputure), microphones, grip equipment, etc.
• Strong Listening Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Dependability

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.