What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camera Operator Job at Bally's Corporation in Chicago position at Bally's Corporation?
The Camera Operator position is primarily responsible for operating and maintaining all studio cameras : pedestal, jib, and if trained, Steadicam.
Stadium is an interactive sports network enabling fans around the country to engage with professionally-produced content and a first-class talent team. Originating from Chicago's United Center - with a studio in the heart of the facility's atrium steps away from the famed Michael Jordan statue - Stadium operates the industry's original OTT-delivered sports network, creating video content for itself and its partners seeking to bridge the high quality of televised content with the immediacy and interactivity of digital media.
Key Job Responsibilities Include :
- Ability to operate pedestal and jib studio cameras for live daily sports programming both in-studio and as needed, on location
- Demonstrate a strong technical knowledge and application of camera related skills such as framing, movement, etc. to execute the content strategy for the creative vision
- Work in collaboration with producers and directors to execute overall programming strategy
- Willingness and physical ability to train to operate Steadicam
- Assist, as needed, with other areas of studio production : including microphone and IFB placement, counting talent in and out of breaks and SOTs, understand functionality of lighting board, ability to set and change lighting cues
- When trained, temporarily fill in for one of the following positions : GFX Op, A1, A2, AD or TD
- Assist with the general upkeep and operation of associated equipment
- Attend meetings as requested as part of daily programming
- Maintain a professional approach and demeanor at all times; including while interacting with crew, talent and guests
- Help create a positive team-oriented atmosphere amongst the crew
- Other duties as assigned
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