About the job

Come join a dynamic new national media powerhouse focused on the over-the-air TV consumer. The Scripps Networks ( a growing portfolio of entertainment and news networks ) provides absorbing entertainment and objective, intelligent news as we use our own distribution platforms to serve this unduplicated national audience. We meet the audience where it is with the programs it wants.

Newsy is seeking an experienced Camera Operator for its live and taped coverage; to execute the vision of the Newsy Editorial Producers, while contributing technical expertise and creativity.

What you'll do:

• Operate robotic camera as assigned for live or taped productions
• Provide network level shot composition and execution at all times
• Perform daily fax check of all camera equipment to ensure all operational functions are performing as expected
• Must know how to target all robotic cameras as well as use these cameras in Manual or Local mode
• Participate in pre-show camera meeting with show director to review robotic assignments
• Present shot composition and blocking options / ideas to improve presentation and production value
• Be proficient with robotic, touch screen, equipment and act as expert for storing, modifying, recalling camera shots
• Maintain knowledge of the operation for robotic computers and can actively diagnose and solve production issues related to robotic
• Maintains shot blocking guide sheets and contribute to departmental training records
• Be proficient in operating replay system touchscreen and hardware equipment
• Be proficient in recording, playback, clipping and exporting per the Directors’ call and networks needs
• Report show problems, equipment issues, and discrepancies to Director for Show Report

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (Journalism, Communications or Business preferred) or its equivalent
• 5+ years professional experience in live television
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills
• Must be an effective learner, with a curiosity and desire to learn and understand the entire scope of needs in the studio and control room
• Must work well under the pressure of a live broadcast
• Possess strong fundamental understanding of video and audio production equipment and capabilities
• Able to make quick decisions and give accurate instructions during live broadcasts
• Willing to work varied shifts
• Must be able to sit for 4+ hours at time
• Must be able to stand for 4+ hours at time

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at scripps.com .

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.