Part-Time Broadcast Camera Operator

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.

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 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

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Every career with Hearst Television is like a story. How it develops, where it takes you, the milestones you reach along the way – you’ve got a lot to look forward to as your unique career story unfolds.

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Hearst Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies. It has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism and industry innovation, including the Walter Cronkite Award for political journalism, the national Edward R. Murrow Award, the DuPont-Columbia Award and the George Foster Peabody Award.