Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location: Main Campus - Portales, NM

Job Type: Full time permanent

Job Number: 2026-00018

Department: Academic Affairs

Division:
Broadcast Center

Opening Date:
02/03/2026

Position Overview

The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This list of duties is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all the functions and responsibilities performed.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the KENW Producers/Directors, the Production Assistant is responsible for helping produce television programs for broadcast on KENW-TV, as well as for national distribution and syndication.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

Deliver a high-level customer service in all interactions with all interactions with students, staff and members of the public.
Provide production support for television projects in both studio and field environments
Assist with video recording, post-production editing, and preparation of broadcast-ready content
Support the creation of promotional and fundraising materials in collaboration with the Development and Promotion department.
Participate in fundraising activities to help ensure smooth execution and successful outcomes
Maintain cleanliness, organization and operational readiness of editing suites and television studios, ensuring equipment is properly cared for and in good working condition
Regular and predictable attendance required
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in broadcasting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in broadcasting.
Must have a valid and current Drivers License with the ability to obtain a New Mexico Drivers License within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Computer literacy, including working knowledge of non-linear audio and video editing systems.
Basic knowledge of camera and audio equipment for studio and field production.
Ability to learn and follow University policies, procedures and organizational structures.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
Ability to maintain a professional, courteous demeanor with staff, students and the general public.
Strong organizational, project coordination and teamwork skills

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

Work is generally performed during normal work hours; however, weekend and evening work are sometimes required.
Work often requires climbing ladders and working at heights to adjust lights, camera, or access mobile production vehicles and camera platforms.
This position requires the ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Physical demands include reaching, handling, fingering, talking, hearing, and visual acuity.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands, and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link at the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

Please ensure that you attach all required documents, even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU, as the committee does not have access to those records.

Letter of interest
Resume
Contact information for three references (blind or off-list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

Equal Employment Opportunity /Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (575) 562-2115. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.eu, (575) 562-2235, or Quay Hall Office 109, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu .

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