Production Operations at Televisa *** is looking for a Camera Operator, Jib to join our team!
Responsible for the building, operations and general maintenance of the Jib Camera. 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 Operations Supervisor.
YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka 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 space.
- 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.
YOU HAVE: (aka 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 45 pounds as well as the crane itself and the associated counterweights.
- Perform well under pressure and breaking news situations.
- Physical ability to lift equipment and counterweights up to 50 pounds.
- 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.
OUR BENEFITS:Televisa *** 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.
#LI-ONSITE (for 100% onsite requirement) *** requires that all U.S. and Puerto Rico employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to submit proof of vaccination. The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will reasonably accommodate a qualified candidate, who may be unable to be vaccinated, consistent with federal, state, and local law.
*** is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.