Camera Operator, Jib

About the role

Production Operations at Televisa Univision is looking for a Camera Operator, Jib to join our team! Responsible for the building, operations and general maintenance of the Jib Cameras. Operator must provide creative, fluid movement of the camera on multi-camera productions for News, Sports and Entertainment studio shows. The Camera Operator, Jib will report to the Production Manager.

Responsibilities

• Create smooth fluid movements of the camera to enhance the production value of each program.
• Must be able to pan and tilt camera as well as swing the crane through spaces.
• Maintain stable framing without extraneous movement on all axis.
• Setup, balance, troubleshoot, and maintain crane and associated equipment.
• Operator controls zoom and focus of lens.
• Good sense of visual composition.
• Take direction well and work as a team player.
• Operate in a safe and controlled manner to minimize injury to self or others as well as any damage to equipment or property.
• Ability to 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 control room broadcast facility.
• Physical ability to swing and stop camera boom of up to 40 feet while carrying a camera load of up to 50 pounds as well as the crane itself and the associated counterweights.
• Perform well under pressure and breaking news situations.
• Agility to move at a rapid pace as production needs may require.
• Provide creative input, e.g., assists the Director/ Producer in creating the look of a show, including set design; suggests alternate shots; etc.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
• 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.

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. (for 100% onsite requirement)