Live TV Camera Operator — Sports & Events

Churchill Downs; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated in New Orleans seeks a live television camera operator to support Fair Grounds Race Course production, including live and taped broadcasts.

You will climb towers, adjust displays, maintain visual consistency, and collaborate with the TD and production team under safety guidelines.

The role requires working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment, with physical duties and adherence to venue policies; prior live production experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in live television production.
• Strong communication and high level of professionalism.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate television camera equipment in studio and ENG configurations.
• Work in a live television environment.
• Climb 50-foot towers multiple times during a shift.
• Maintain consistency of established look of the production.
• Execute commands of the Technical Director of production.
• Communicate technical or facility issues to your manager and/or Director.
• Follow established safety guidelines for tower and roof locations.
• Secure camera location and equipment following live production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Live television production

Camera operation

Strong communication

Professionalism

Physical stamina

Reading/interpretation of docs

Job description

Churchill Downs Incorporated in New Orleans seeks a live television camera operator to support Fair Grounds Race Course production, including live and taped broadcasts.

You will climb towers, adjust displays, maintain visual consistency, and collaborate with the TD and production team under safety guidelines.

The role requires working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment, with physical duties and adherence to venue policies; prior live production experience is preferred.