Video Control Operator

Univision Communications Inc; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

On-site role

Job summary

Univision Communications Inc in Miami seeks a Video Control Operator to monitor studio cameras and lighting, patch cameras, and call color corrections. You will manage robotic cameras, adjust monitors, and execute lighting cues in a fast-paced broadcast environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in television production, strong troubleshooting skills, and is bilingual in English and Spanish. The role requires on-site presence with on-call availability for tropical storm coverage and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in television production or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and basic computer skills.
• 5–10 years in production programs in studio with automation and manual operations or equivalent experience.
• Comfort with highly technical automated systems (Cobalt, Telemetrics).
• Bilingual English/Spanish ability and strong visual sense.

Responsibilities

• Adjust iris, white balance, black balance, knee control to ensure quality pictures.
• Operate robotic cameras, pan/tilt/zoom, and oversee manual control when required.
• Color correct set monitors and manage lighting cues on the set.
• Patch cameras and maintain camera equipment and lighting boards.
• Stay on-call and flexible for 24x7 operations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Camera control

Lighting cues

Troubleshooting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in television production

Tools

Cobalt

Telemetrics Remote Camera System

Jita Robotic Boom

Ross Cambotics

Vinten Robotic Pedestals

Job description

Production Operations at Televisa Univision is looking for a Video Control Operator to join our team!The VCO is responsible for the control and adjustment of studio cameras along with studio lighting. They are also responsible for the patching of cameras and calling up color correctors.YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)· Adjust iris, white balance, black balance, knee control, etc. assuring a quality picture for each studio camera· Adjust pan, tilt, zoom, etc. of the robotic cameras if needed· Fully control the robotic cameras in manual operations· Adjust and color correct set monitors· Knowledge of lighting board and bringing up lighting cues· Clean and maintain robotic camerasYOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)· Bachelor’s Degree in television production or equivalent work experience· Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows operating systems· 5-10 years of experience in production programs in studio with Automation and Manual operations; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved· Comfort using highly technical and automated systems such as Cobalt, Telemetrics Remote Camera System and Jita Robotic Boom· Familiar with Ross Cambotics and Vinten Robotic Pedestals· Good sense of visual composition and attention to detail· Troubleshooting skills· Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)· Ability to multi-task and react quickly during daily broadcasts· Perform well under pressure and breaking news situations· Works effectively with others in a team environment· Excellent organizational and communication skills· As this position supports 24x7 operation, candidate must, in addition to being able to work regular hours, have on-call availability, and flexibility to work days, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed and without advance notice. Additionally, candidate may be required to work on site for extended periods of time to provide coverage in special circumstances, such as, during tropical storm/hurricane.OUR BENEFITS:· TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.#LI-ONSITE (for 100% onsite requirement)TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.