Summary
The Production Operator is responsible for operating television cameras to record scenes for live and recorded broadcast.
Category
Camera Crew
Camera Operators
Live Event / On Location Services
Production Assistant
Location
Lexington, Kentucky Area
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Aug 17, 2022
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
This position is responsible for working in collaboration with the news production, and engineering in addition to operating television cameras to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Composes and frames shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors
- Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the director
- Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts
- Confers with directors and other crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements
- Sets up and performs shots for broadcasts
- Sets up cameras and related equipment
- Tests, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
- Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum one year’s experience with camera operation in a television broadcasting environment (Depending on market size)
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Strong PC/MS Office experience
- Experience with other broadcast-related equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Flexibility with shift
Job Type
Part Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening