TeamPeople
TeamPeople is hiring: Freelance Media Production Technician in New York
TeamPeople, New York, NY, United States
Content Summary: Freelance Media Production Technician at New York, for TeamPeople
Primary Function
Provide daily support of broadcasts and events by operation of audio and video equipment in a global conferencing and broadcast environment. This position will be supporting all manners of studio and location production in various crew roles and duties to include but not limited to: Videographer/Camera Operator, Grip, Prompter Operator and Audio Operator.
Payrate is $35/hr-$55/hr based on experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
Skills & Qualifications
Education & Experience
To Apply
Use the link at the bottom of this page to apply. Make sure you are using the latest version of your browser.
Diversity Inclusion & Customer Service Statement
TeamPeople, a division of System One, is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way. TeamPeople not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Provide daily support of broadcasts and events by operation of audio and video equipment in a global conferencing and broadcast environment. This position will be supporting all manners of studio and location production in various crew roles and duties to include but not limited to: Videographer/Camera Operator, Grip, Prompter Operator and Audio Operator.
Payrate is $35/hr-$55/hr based on experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate production equipment (SD, HD, IP and file-based) both in studio and on-location
- Operate studio, ENG and robotic cameras, record SD and HD images and sound at live, live-to-tape and offline events; field and studio shoots to be shown in a variety of outlets
- Perform studio and location audio recording, basic lighting setups, vision mixing, teleprompter and character generation setup and operation
- Operate and troubleshoot broadcast quality cameras of a variety of formats, professional and consumer models
- Take direction and adjust shots quickly and accurately for focus and picture composition
- Set up, operate, troubleshoot and strike tripods, lenses and other camera parts and accessories
- Perform content ingest and media file management to assist in the programming for the broadcast facility
- Attend meetings and share information needed for events and broadcasts
- Proactively generate relationships with internal departments, vendors, clients and staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills & Qualifications
- Command of modern digital video production, equipment and processes
- Understanding of signal flow
- DP/Camera operation skills
- Familiarity with monitoring and metering of video and analog/ digital audio signals for quality controls; also, be familiar with analog/ digital routing and distribution including patch panels.
- Must work well in teams and be comfortable both giving direction and receiving it from others;
- Proficiency with studio communications systems (intercom, IFB, hybrids, and telephone)
- Customer service orientation; Professional presence and superior client relationship skills.
- Ability to interface effectively with a variety of people including team personnel, clients and vendors to establish productive, ongoing relationships
- Proficiency with audio visual and meeting/conference/event procedures
- Willingness to be cross trained in multiple positions with a proactive attitude to jump in where help is needed
- Ability to thrive in a multicultural and multilingual environment
- Ability to read, speak and effectively communicate in English; Bilingual in other languages preferred
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Arts, IT or related field preferred; or combination of technical training and production experience
- Standard Level Support: 3+ years of experience within the field
- Advanced Level Support: 5+ years of experience within the field, plus specialized knowledge as required by particular assignment
- Expert Level Support: 7+ years of experience within the field, plus specialized knowledge as required by particular assignment
- Physical Demands
- The duties of this position require the ability to bend, kneel, crawl, climb ladders and to stand for long periods of time
- Candidate must be capable of working at heights and have good balance
- Candidate may be required to lift heavy equipment up to 50 pounds
- Adverse conditions may include noise and dust
To Apply
Use the link at the bottom of this page to apply. Make sure you are using the latest version of your browser.
Diversity Inclusion & Customer Service Statement
TeamPeople, a division of System One, is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way. TeamPeople not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.