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Freelance Camera Operator Job at fox com in New York

fox com, New York, NY, United States


OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News MediaFOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News Media is seeking a hardworking Freelance Camera Operator to join the team in NY. The Freelance Camera Operator will work with a variety of cameras including robotic, pedestal, jib, and handheld. Additionally, you will be involved in building facilities for programs, segments, and events in the studio, outside on Fox Square, and possibly in remote locations. The Freelance Camera Operator will also help with set changes, movement of set pieces, and gear/equipment. You must be a team player who is capable of operating in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fluid production environment.

Camera Operators work in both studio environments and the outdoors in inclement weather conditions. Occasional extended shifts and travel to remote locations may be requested. A successful applicant is capable of standing for extended periods while operating the camera. Ability to lift fifty pounds is required.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Confer with producers, directors, sound and lighting technicians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine proper sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements

Set up television production facilities for live and recorded programs

Test, clean, and maintain broadcast equipment

Follow a shot list while choosing the angles and distances

Show dialogue and match the shots to the action

Come up with solutions in pre-production and on the fly during a show

Move, lift, push, and position equipment, cables, and material of various shapes, sizes, and weights including maneuvering tripods, pedestals, and set pieces

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

A Bachelor’s degree in communications, radio/TV/film, production, or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience

2-3+ years of experience working in a live television or media production environment with proficiency in pedestal and robotic camera systems

1+ year of experience operating pedestal, robotic, jib, and handheld cameras

Working knowledge of live studio operations, including setup and breakdown of set pieces, camera equipment, and video patching

Operational knowledge of camera and lens systems

Ability to zoom, pan, tilt, focus, ped, dolly, and track shots while maintaining focus and framing

Understanding of the needs of the viewer and ability to imagine the visual flow of the broadcast

Knowledgeable and versatile in photographic equipment, as well as lighting, composition, and movement

In-depth knowledge of stationery and portable video cameras

Experience working in a team-oriented environment

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to adjust to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including studio and production personnel, engineering, on-air talent, other departments, and management

Ability to present technical ideas and concepts in a user-friendly language

Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Flexibility to work a variety of non-traditional shifts including early mornings, holidays, and weekends

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $35.00-43.75 per hour.

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In Summary: The Freelance Camera Operator will work with a variety of cameras including robotic, pedestal, jib, and handheld . A Bachelor’s degree in communications, radio/TV/film, production, or related field of study is preferred . The pay rate/range for this role is $35.00-43.75 per hour .

En Español: OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox News MediaFOX News Media opera el canal de noticias FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), Fox News Digital, FOx News Audio, Fox News Books, los servicios digitales de transmisión directa al consumidor FOX Nation y Fox News International y la plataforma recientemente anunciada FOX Weather. Actualmente es la red número uno en todo el cable, FNC también ha sido el canal más visto por televisión durante 20 años consecutivos, mientras que FBN actualmente se encuentra entre los principales canales comerciales en el cable. propiedad de FOX Corporation, FOXNews Media llega a 200 millones de personas cada mes. JOB DESCRIPTION FOX news media está buscando un operador de entornos difíciles para unirse al equipo en Nueva York. Se requiere la capacidad de levantar cincuenta libras. Una SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Discuta con los productores, directores, técnicos de sonido e iluminación y otros miembros del equipo para discutir tareas y determinar las secuencias adecuadas, efectos deseados, movimientos de cámara y requisitos de luz Configurar instalaciones de producción televisiva para programas en vivo y grabados Prueba, limpieza y mantenimiento de equipos de transmisión Sigue una lista de disparos al seleccionar ángulos y distancias Muestre diálogo y empareja las tomas a la acción Crea soluciones en preproducción y durante el vuelo Durante un espectáculo Mover, elevar, empujar, presionar y posicionar equipamiento, cables y material de varias formas, tamaños y pesos incluyendo maniobras, pedestales y piezas que se establecen ¿Qué vas a necesitar? Enmarcar una amplia variedad de capacidades de trabajo ABACINACIRACIÓN BALTERAS DIVISIONARIO DE CÁSTIMOS EN TIEMPO TECNOLOGICO, REDO/RADIO / MOVICIPLAMENTAJE O PATIFÍTICABLE EQUELISMO El estudio muestra diálogos y coincide las capturas con la acción Imagínate con soluciones antes de producir y sobre la marcha durante un show Conceptualidad, levantando, presionando, pulsar y posicionando equipos, cablos y materiales de varios tipos de manejo, así como piezas y soportes, etc. Consideraremos para el empleo a solicitantes calificados con antecedentes penales compatibles con la ley aplicable. De acuerdo con los requisitos de divulgación salarial estatales y locales, la tasa/rango de remuneración para este papel, con una oferta final dependiente de educación, habilidades, experiencia y ubicación es de $35.00-43.75 por hora. #J-18808-Ljbffr