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Nexstar Media Group AM Graphics/Camera Operator in Salt Lake City, Utah
DUTIES & REQUIREMENTS: The AM Graphics/Camera Operator composes and frames camera shots, applying the technical aspects of lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by Newscast Directors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Producer graphics for 3 hours of morning news
Operates graphic productions to create graphics for newscast
Works with newscast producers on the graphic “look” of the day
Operates studio cameras during live broadcasts
Operates remote cameras during live broadcasts
Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the Newscast Director
Confers with Newscast Directors and other crew and staff members to discuss show rundowns, desired effects, camera movements and lighting requirements
Sets up cameras and related equipment
Test, cleans, maintains and repairs camera equipment
Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:
Must be able to perform all duties under high stress situations and conditions.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Proficiency with computers, telephone, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical Demands & Work Environment: Must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, and make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions or outdoors during remote broadcasts. In addition, must be able to handle control or feel objects, tools, or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Must be able to climb ladder. Must be able to life, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.