Camera Operator

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW in Rogers, AR is seeking a part-time Camera Operator to control broadcast cameras during live newscasts. You will collaborate with the news team and director of engineering to ensure clean visuals and reliable operation.

Responsibilities include operating cameras, supporting audio and lighting, and preparing video for air. Candidates must be able to work early shifts (as early as 3:30am), weekends, and holidays, and to lift up to 25 pounds.

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.
• Engage with team to resolve unanticipated situations.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In person attendance required.

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.

Skills

Camera operation

Windows software

Robotic cameras & audio

On-air responsiveness

Studio lighting

Physical ability

Tools

Windows-based software

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
• In person attendance required

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