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On-Call Control Room Operator

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On-Call Control Room Operator

• Emerging Level
Skills: Live Event / On Location Services Audio / Music / Sound Camera Crew Camera Operators Board Operator Robot Camera Operator Technician

Summary

Have you been successfully navigating a live TV production environment, in a Control Room role? QVC is looking for an On Call Control Room Operator/Broadcast Technical Operator to work onsite in West Chester, PA.

Category Audio / Music / Sound  Camera Crew  Camera Operators  Live Event / On Location Services  Technician 
Location Greater Philadelphia Area
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date Sep 21, 2023
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

Have you been successfully navigating a live TV production environment, in a Control Room role? QVC is looking for an On Call Control Room Operator/Broadcast Technical Operator to work onsite in West Chester, PA. Reporting to the Television Operations Manager, the On Call Control Room Operator/Broadcast Technical Operator will perform the duties of the Assistant Director, Graphics Operator, Audio Board Operator and Camera Operator positions for the live broadcast.

*Must live within approximately 40 miles of West Chester, PA*

Your Impact
  • Take direction from the Line Producer concerning the timing and order of production elements and communicate the direction to the live team at the appropriate time.
  • Operate video servers, still store, routers and robotic cameras for the live broadcast.
  • Set up cameras with back stage team according to blocking standards using robotic controls.
  • Manage video clips and graphics for on air play out.
  • Operate graphics position for live broadcast.
  • Operate audio console and associated audio and video servers for live broadcast.
  • Operate camera for live broadcast. May include jimmy jib, hand held, robotic and specialty cameras.
  • Elevate production issues
  • Elevate technical issues
  • Communicate critical production information to live production team
  • Assist director of live broadcast
  • There are no guaranteed minimum hours for on-call roles.
We have a need for applicants to be available for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts; Sunday – Saturday.

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Media, Communications, or directly related field required.
  • A minimum of 2 years of RECENT and DIRECTLY RELATED experience live broadcast television production experience is required, along with hands-on experience working within control room operations, broadcasting equipment including: audio boards, character generators, servers, and camera robotics required.
  • Ability to lift and operate handheld camera weighing 26lbs.
  • Ability to move to different shifts as dictated by the needs of the business.
  • Ability to access and enter information using and automated system quickly & accurately.
  • Ability to climb stairs/ladders.
  • Ability to work on elevated surfaces (lighting rafters- studio).
  • Ability to lift items (i.e. boxes, manuals, merchandise, inventory, etc.) weighing approximately up to 100lbs.
  • Ability to perform basic math calculations.
  • Ability to differentiate between colors.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to comprehend and apply complex information.
  • Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
  • Maintain attendance according to company policy.

Job Type Part Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day, Evening, Overnight
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