TELEVISION MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST 1-3 (Camera Operator)

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) in Baton Rouge seeks a TV Multimedia Specialist 1-3 (Camera Operator) to join the Production Department. The role involves collaborating with directors, anchors, and crews to capture high-quality footage for documentaries, studio, and live events.

The ideal candidate has hands-on camera experience, strong storytelling through visuals, and the ability to edit with Premiere while contributing basic graphics and staying current with technology and trends.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in television or video production, videography, or photography for print media.
• Six years of full-time experience in any field.
• A bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience; max 120 semester hours substitutes for four years.

Responsibilities

• Work with the filming director, production team, and anchors/reporters to ensure filmed scenes are high quality and relevant to our audience.
• Use the principles of film production to ensure proper lighting, visuals, sound, and camera angles.
• Provide alternate filming solutions, such as different camera angles or effects.
• Actively acquire and maintain camera equipment, including stands, gimbals, filters, and dollies.
• Edit with Adobe Premiere and create basic graphics.
• Keep up to date on the latest camera operating technologies and trends.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

The mission of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) is to provide programming that is intelligent, informative, educational, and entertaining. LPB connects the citizens of the state by creating content that showcases Louisiana's unique history, people, places, and events.

The Production Department is seeking a TV Multimedia Specialist 1-3 (Camera Operator) to join its creative team dedicated to sharing Louisiana stories. This role involves working closely with the director, production team, and anchors/reporters to capture high-quality footage. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience using various filming equipment and a strong visual sense to tell stories through film and editing. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential, along with knowledge of both pre- and post-production processes. The candidate must also be comfortable holding a camera and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in television or video production, videography, or photography for print media; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Work with the filming director, production team, and anchors/reporters to ensure filmed scenes are high quality and relevant to our audience. This includes documentary, studio and live events.
• Use the principles of film production to ensure the proper lighting, visuals, sound, and camera angles are used to capture the best shots possible.
• Provide alternate filming solutions, such as different camera angles or effects, when needed.
• Actively acquire and maintain camera equipment, including stands, gimbals, filters, and dollies.
• Adept at editing with Adobe Premiere and able to create basic graphics.
• Keep up to date on the latest camera operating technologies and trends.

Position Specific Details

• As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a TV Multimedia Specialist 1-3.
• Appointment Type: Probational
• Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
• Work Schedule: 8-hour days, Monday-Friday; however, varying work schedules are offered.
• Division: Production Department
• Compensation: Applicants who possess experience greater than the minimum qualifications may be considered for a salary higher than the minimum hiring rate utilizing State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g).

Louisiana Educational Television Authority is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide (PDF reader).

Employment and Diversity Statement

LETA is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, LETA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor. NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check. All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system.