TMZ is hiring: Broadcast Production Assistant in Los Angeles

Overview Of The Company

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third‑party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. It has acquired award‑winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), and formed the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. FOX also operates FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and FOX Entertainment Global for worldwide content sales.

Job Description

TMZ is looking for a Broadcast Production Assistant to join our Broadcast Operations crew. The Broadcast PA is responsible for routing and recording audio and video for TMZ’s television shows, podcasts, and news team. The role involves significant interaction with TMZ’s studio and newsroom, and assists in all areas of show tapings and operations. This position is located in Playa Vista, CA.

Responsibilities

• Perform utility routing and monitoring of audio and video for the entire TMZ facility
• Record multiple sources throughout the day depending on current production needs
• Operate flashcam for live shots to affiliate stations and national news programs
• Fill in for Broadcast Technician when required
• Assist on floor during studio production
• Set up stage and technical elements for TMZ Audio Network (podcast) productions
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience
• BA in Communications/Radio‑TV or equivalent experience
• Intermediate MS Office skills and ability to learn new software
• Ability to monitor multiple applications in real time
• Basic audio/video signal flow and broadcast terminology

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Media Production

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $19.00–21.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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