Camera Operator jobs in District of Columbia

GENERAL FUNCTION:
To effectively perform field production operations including camera, audio, lighting, portable transmission and recording procedures to acquire a product consistent with the C-SPAN mission, corporate values, and technical standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up and operates ENG cameras for single camera and multiple camera productions, including robotic cameras.
• Sets up and operates audio equipment, including mixers, audio boards and microphones for our standard single and multiple camera productions and understands how that equipment works.
• Sets up, operates and is knowledgeable about equipment and power requirements needed to light single camera and multi-camera events that take place in hotels, think tanks, Capitol Hill hearing rooms, etc.
• Sets up and understands the operation and signal flow of all portable and permanent rack systems used in C-SPAN productions.
• Sets up and operates C-SPAN's portable transmission gear and understands how this equipment works.
• Has knowledge of and understands how to route, patch and pool all permanently wired Capitol Hill rooms and locations to their respective hubs and hub rooms.
• Has knowledge of and understands how to use the patch panels in the US Capitol technical hub.
• Has knowledge of and understands how to use fiber transmission lines around Washington D.C.
• Sets up, operates, cleans and understands how recording decks work, including setting menu systems, etc.
• Follows equipment procedures regarding safety, handling and trouble ticketing.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Completes a running log of the time, names and descriptions of people speaking during events when assigned.
• Drives vans and mini-vans, knows directions to event sites in the metro area and can determine and follow appropriate parking procedures. Assists in the care and maintenance of these vehicles as well.
• Follows all financial procedures and guidelines, including timely and correct expense reports, time sheets and leave and special requests.
• Updates department records when necessary.
• Has knowledge and/or can perform basic day-to-day workings of the equipment room (similar to those of the Technical Assets Assistant).
• Stays abreast of and assists Field Department with integration of new technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORPORATE VALUES:

• Consistently watches the network and follows public affairs.
• Demonstrates commitment to producing a quality, cost effective product.
• Adapts to changing priorities.
• Demonstrates dependability and initiative.
• Acts as a member of a team
• Represents the network professionally in actions and appearance.

BACKGROUND/SKILLS:

• Ability to operate camera, audio, tape recorders and lighting operations.
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with C-SPAN employees and external contacts.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work schedules and assignments.
• Ability to drive cargo and passenger vans in accordance with C-SPAN vehicle operation guidelines.
• Ability to consistently execute technical skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate, legible records.
• Routinely required to work overtime hours.
• Willing and able to travel.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Frequently required to walk and stand for extended periods in time and in a variety of weather conditions while performing job.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline plus two years relevant work experience.
• Must possess an adequate credit rating to qualify for receipt of a company-issued credit card.
• Must provide a current Motor Vehicle Record from the state that issued their driver's license and hold a valid driver's license.