Technician AR VR Jib Operator

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CBS News Pittsburgh is seeking a highly skilled AR/VR Jib Operator. This role will maneuver a jib camera to create dynamic and creative shots in our AR/VR studio environment. This position will also support our studio operations team for a variety of productions. The role also may include Sony ELC Production Assistance operation, set changes, mic'ing of talent and guests, teleprompter operation, floor managing and other duties as assigned. Candidates must be able to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for setting up, operating and maneuvering camera jib arm for smooth camera movements that showcase on-air talent.
• Must have a good eye for framing shots and understanding how camera movement can enhance visual storytelling in AR/VR.
• Collaborate with ELC Operator and Producer to execute a fresh take on news presentation.
• Must work well and collaboratively with other studio technicians, as well as work respectfully with on-air talent and outside guests.
• Must be willing to work holidays, nights, and weekends as scheduled.

Qualifications:

• B.A. degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience in professional Jib Camera and/or field camera operation is a must.
• Knowledge of live TV studio environments is required.
• Knowledge of control rooms and control room operations is desired.
• Ability to operate computer-based systems as well as interact with various control interfaces is required.
• This is a bargaining unit position.

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh