Head of Camera & Lighting

Gender; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Gender is seeking a Head of Camera & Lighting to oversee filming and lighting for on-air news and programmes across galleries, OBs, and events. You will supervise staff, schedule rosters, and collaborate with Engineering to maintain top standards.

The role requires extensive studio camera and lighting expertise, with leadership experience in a broadcast news environment. Strong coordination skills and proactive innovation in lighting solutions are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in film, communications, or broadcast operations.
• Master's degree preferred in a related field.
• Minimum 12 years in studio cameras and lighting with 5+ years in a senior role in broadcast news.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cameras and camera control systems; liaise with Engineering for high standards.
• Supervise staff, train, and advise management on equipment needs.
• Roster camera operators and manage leave and sickness cover.
• Coordinate with supervisors on day-to-day Camera/Lighting operations.
• Operate cameras, jibs/cranes, and lighting panels; manage robotic camera systems.

Skills

Camera operation

Lighting design

Staff supervision

Team leadership

Training

Education

Bachelor Degree in Film, Communications, Broadcast Operations

Master Degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Camera control systems

Robotic camera system

Lighting control panels

Jibs/cranes

Job description

As the Head of Camera & Lighting you will be responsible for the filming and lighting of on-air news and programmes of all galleries, outside broadcast and special events. Key Responsibilities: Ensure that all cameras and camera control systems are regularly maintained and in excellent working condition liaising with Engineering to achieve the highest technical operating standards at all times. Responsible for staff supervision, training and advising Management on new materials/equipment needed to achieve operational excellence and to keep up to date with industry trends. They will be responsible for the rostering of camera operators and managing leave and sickness cover. To liaise with the supervisors/Team leaders on the day to day running of the Camera/Lighting section Ensure appropriate operations processes are followed and that staff are well trained to do the required job to the highest industry standards Operation of all cameras and jibs/cranes as Directed, both Studio/Newsroom and location/OB based Operating the lighting control panels & maintaining the lighting design Operation of the Robotic Camera system and simultaneous operation of the Camera control system. To liaise with Directors on all studio productions Developing lighting solutions for new studio based shows As the Head of Camera & Lighting you will be responsible for the filming and lighting of on-air news and programmes of all galleries, outside broadcast and special events. Other Responsibilities: Proactively looking to enhance the camera output for all studio based shows Attending meetings with management and direct reports Setting staff objectives as well as carry out annual appraisals for the staff. Identify annual training requirements for the team. Ensure capturing KPI and generate daily, weekly and monthly reports. Managing team recruitment and ensure operational continuity. Perform other duties relevant to the job as requested by the management

Desired Candidate Profile

Education: Minimum Bachelor Degree in Film, Communications, Broadcast Operations. Master Degree in related field is preferred as well as specialized diplomas in Camera and Lighting Experience: A minimum of 12 years professional experience in studio cameras and lighting. Five years should have been spent in a senior role in a broadcast news environment