Camera Operator

Hearst Corporation; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hearst Television in Rogers, AR seeks a part-time Camera Operator to control visual broadcast equipment during news productions. You will work with the news production team and report to the Director of Engineering, bringing an organized and creative perspective to our television screens.

Responsibilities include operating cameras, coordinating with directors and talent, handling audio and lighting, and preparing video recordings for air.

Qualifications

• Experience operating professional video cameras in live production.
• Experience using Windows-based computer software.
• Knowledge of robotic camera operation and audio.
• Immediate response to issues that unexpectedly arise on air is necessary.
• Knowledge of studio lighting.
• Climb ladders up to 15 feet and the ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Can work flexible hours and shifts including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate television cameras for a live broadcast and live production setting.
• Work with directors, producers and talent and must remain focused.
• Operate and maintain studio lights; manage audio during broadcasts.
• Operate Windows-based computer software to prepare video recordings for air.
• Punctual attendance for shifts starting as early as 3:30am; weekends and holidays required.
• Work from a standing position for 2-3 hour periods.

Skills

Camera operation

Live production

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Windows software

Audio console

Studio lighting

Robotic camera operation

Job description

40/29, the ABC affiliate in Rogers, AR has an opening for a part-time Camera Operator. As Camera Operator, you will control the visual broadcast equipment during newscasts. You will work with the news production team and have a working knowledge of broadcast production operations to bring an organized and creative perspective to our television screens. You will report to the Director of Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Operate television cameras for a live broadcast and live production setting
• Work with directors, producers and talent and must remain focused
• Will also operate audio console, being responsible for all aspects of sound during newscasts and other projects
• Operate and maintain studio lights
• Operate Windows-based computer software to prepare video recordings for air
• Punctual attendance for shifts that can start as early as 3:30am
• Work weekends and holidays, to support our 24/7 broadcast operations
• Work from a standing position for a 2-3 hour period

Requirements

• Experience operating professional video cameras in live production
• Experience using Windows-based computer software
• Knowledge of robotic camera operation and audio
• Immediate response to issues that unexpectedly arise on air is necessary
• Knowledge of studio lighting
• Climb ladders up to 15 feet and the ability to lift 25 pounds
• Can work flexible hours and shifts including holidays and weekends
• Engage with team to resolve unanticipated situations
• Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.