PowerNation Studios in Franklin TN has an opening for a Builder/Fabricator/Co-Host. This is a regular, full-time position with company benefits. Proven skills in vehicle project planning, design, mechanics, and fabrication are required, and experience with off-road and 4×4 vehicles is preferred. This position requires working with the Show Producer to conceive projects and editorial for the shows, providing work required for project building, acquiring all parts necessary for each production shoot, and collaborating with other employees to ensure editorial obligations are met. The position also requires appearing on camera in shows or other productions.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Work with Producer and other staff assigned to the show on planning projects
Collaborate with the Director/Producer of the show title to prescript or assist with scripting for all episodes These scripts are to be technically correct and written for television production
Assist with the delivery of project vehicles required for the show or project
Provide mechanical and fabrication work required in project building and testing, using the highest level of workmanship on all projects. This may vary based on the project and you may be required to work without assistance
Acquire as requested necessary parts for all projects. When parts arrive it is your responsibility to make sure these parts are the correct parts and they work on the project they were ordered for prior to the taping of the show segment
Utilize PowerNation’s parts ordering forms and system for ordering parts. Maintain thorough records of project vehicles and parts by showing the number
Work with the Producer to make sure the project is ready and you are fully prepared on production days to begin taping without delay
Must have complete and total understanding and knowledge of the safe operations of any equipment in the assigned studio
Work with other staff members to make sure editorial contracts are fulfilled based on direction from the Technical Editor and the Producer of the show
Assist the Producer of the show in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, keep the studio clean and tools in the proper place
Qualifications/Requirements:
Some college or technical school; appropriate technical certifications
Experience with automotive mechanical work and fabrication
Good on-screen voice and appearance
Ability to conceptualize projects and show content based on Producer’s direction of required editorial content integration for customers and networks
Ability to use discretion and creativity to determine the best presentation of required editorial
Ability to deal with vendors in the industry to procure parts in exchange for exposure if possible
Ability to collaborate with Producer/Directors, Technical Producers, Videographers, and Sales Executives to creatively display customer’s product in high-quality video
PowerNation Studios is home to leading brands like PowerNation, the premier automotive how-to network, and Circle Country, focused on music and western content. With extensive distribution and advanced production facilities, PowerNation Studios continues to expand its reach in entertainment.