Camera Operator: Live News & High-Impact Visuals

Versant Media, LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VERSANT Media in London seeks a dynamic Camera Operator to support News Gathering across live and pre-recorded programming. You will collaborate with our News and Digital teams to produce high-quality visual content for broadcast and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate has substantial experience operating broadcast camcorders, strong lighting/audio skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. International travel and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating broadcast or professional camcorders for live TV news and OB.
• Produce multiple content versions (B-roll, packages, social cuts) for platforms.
• Maintain journalistic and safety standards in newsgathering.
• Strong initiative, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with file transfers and multiple formats.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Operate cameras for live and pre-recorded content, including lighting and audio setup.
• Coordinate with the International Master Control Room / SatOps for remote feeds.
• Edit video content for broadcast and digital platforms using Premiere; manage file transfers with Signiant.
• Maintain and transport camera equipment and accessories.
• Travel for local and overseas assignments, including weekends and overtime.
• Support studio lighting, sound mixing, and, if needed, robotic cameras.

Skills

Camera operation

News filming

Lighting setup

Video editing

English proficiency

Travel flexibility

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Mimir

Signiant

LiveU

Job description

VERSANT Media in London seeks a dynamic Camera Operator to support News Gathering across live and pre-recorded programming. You will collaborate with our News and Digital teams to produce high-quality visual content for broadcast and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate has substantial experience operating broadcast camcorders, strong lighting/audio skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. International travel and weekend shifts may be required.