What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Camera Operator position at WMTW?
Job Description
WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Portland, ME., 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 Operations Manager. The salary range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour.
Responsibilities
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.
About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Portland, ME., 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 Operations Manager. The salary range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour.
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
- Experience using Windows-based computer software
- 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 is required
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.
About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $18 - $20