Production Assistant

Provider of satellite entertainment programming to U.S households Thanks to the abilities and innovative thinking of our employees, DIRECTV has provided a superior alternative to cable since 1994.  We are the nation's leading satellite television service provider, offering digital satellite television entertainment delivered to homes, airports, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, office buildings, airplanes, automobiles and portable electronics.  Over 16.5 million subscribers in the United States enjoy industry-leading customer satisfaction (which has surpassed cable for seven years running) and access to over 250 channels of 100% digital picture and sound.  We offer the most comprehensive collection of sports programming available, a wide-range of international programming, and original programming including the Championship Gaming Series.   Our customers have enjoyed DIRECTV's unprecedented expansion of HD services - and soon we will have the capacity to offer over 150 national HD channels. Our innovations have led to Emmy® Awards and hundreds of filings for US patents as we introduce new must-have technologies into the TV viewing experience.  We make a commitment to challenge, inspire and reward the people who make the DIRECTV vision come to life -  Come join our winning team! DIRECTV NY print is currently looking for a Production Assistant.  Responsibilities include:  Assisting Creative Director, Art Directors and Traffic Manager in all aspects of production, comping, designing and delivery of print materials. Ability to research layout & design trends. Keep current and update reference materials Run errands and courier items to off-site vendors. Assist in the maintenance and organization of the department. Candidate should have familiarity with Adobe’s creative suite – inDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.The ideal candidate will have a 4 year college degree.  They should be highly creative, organized, detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, internet savvy and able to work on a MAC computer.  Able to work and communicate well in a team environment and with a wide range of people and personalities. Must be flexible and open to constructive feedback.  Must be energetic, highly motivated, and eager to learn print production from the ground up. Have the ability to solve problems quickly, creatively and under pressure.