Camera Operator, Hard

Production Operations at Televisa Univision is seeking a Camera Operator to build, operate, and maintain studio hard cameras for news, sports, and entertainment productions.

Responsibilities

• Create smooth fluid movements of the camera to enhance production value.
• Pan, tilt, and truck the camera through spaces.
• Setup, balance, troubleshoot, and maintain camera and associated equipment.
• Control zoom and focus of the lens.
• Apply a good sense of visual composition.
• Take direction well and work as a team player.
• Operate safely to minimize injury and equipment damage.
• Follow a rundown.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in television production or equivalent work experience.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows operating systems.
• 3‑5 years of experience in a control‑room broadcast facility.
• Experience with Vinten studio pedestals, including balancing, builds, and maintenance.
• Experience with studio config cameras, box lenses, and peripherals, including building, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Physical ability to truck full‑size camera pedestals in studio and on location, lift camera equipment, lenses, and counterweights, and move rapidly as production needs require.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and breaking‑news situations.
• Creative input to assist the Director/Producer with show look, set design, and shot suggestions.
• Bi‑lingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
• On‑call availability and flexibility to work days, nights, overnights, weekends, holidays, and extended on‑site periods as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness and employee support programs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life and other insurance plans.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Schedule

This position supports 24 × 7 operation and requires on‑call availability, with flexibility to work any shift—including days, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays—without advance notice. Extended on‑site coverage may be required during special circumstances such as tropical storms or hurricanes.