Freelance Jib Operator

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Freelance Jib Operator Part Time New York, NY, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1029 Salary Range: $40.00 To $50.00 Hourly About Us SNY is an Emmy Award–winning regional sports media company delivering content across linear television and digital platforms. SNY provides unmatched, exclusive coverage of the New York Mets, New York Jets, and all things New York sports. As the Tri-State area’s leader in local sports coverage, SNY offers comprehensive access to professional and collegiate teams through exclusive live games, nightly sports shows, and original programming. SNY also delivers real-time New York sports news and exclusive digital series on SNY.tv and across its social channels, including YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram. SNY is available to viewers throughout New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and nationally through select providers. About the Role SNY is seeking a skilled freelance Jib Operator with a passion for sports to join our Studio Operations team. This role works with our technical and news team in our production environment operating the Cammate Jib and handheld cameras. This role requires flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and holidays, from our studio at 4 World Trade Center. What You’ll Do In coordination with the Director, create and offer visually interesting and varied subject shots. Work with technical and news staff to satisfy production needs for live, taped and automated programming under supervision of the Director and Operations management. Ability to proficiently operate Cammate Jib and hand-held cameras equally as dictated by productions demands. Assist in maintaining the above cameras and rigs in good working order. Willingness and ability to train others as needed for back-up purposes. What You Bring Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Communications) or equivalent work experience required. Two (2) years of experience in live, multi-camera studio production preferred, with related camera operator experience required. Knowledge of Cammate Jib along with Ikegami HD cameras. Ability to identify and trouble shoot mechanical issues with equipment and set up. Must be able to lift 25+lbs, set / strike studio gear. Proficiency in iNEWS or similar newsroom software system a plus. With proper training, serve as fill-in for all other Tech 1 positions as needed (i.e. Robotic Camera, Teleprompter, Video Playback, Video Shading). You have excellent interpersonal & communication skills and are a collaborative team player who works well with others, in a fast paced, dynamic studio environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sterling Entertainment Enterprises, LLC