Camera Operator

Department: AV/IT
Reports to: A/V Production Supervisor
Supervises Others: No
DOL Status: Part-time
Exemption Status: Hourly; Non-exempt

General Summary:
Under direction of the A/V Production Manager this position is responsible for the operation of Video Production equipment such as, and not limited to ENG Built cameras, handheld cameras, Character Generator, Replay, LED Display Controller, camera shading and other duties as deemed necessary.

Job Duties:

• Demonstrates and embodies the PMI Entertainment Group Culture and Customer Service values.
• Ensure he/she is punctual to the event and reports to the control room before the event starts or as directed by the Director/IT administrator.
• Responsible for the care of the production camera and is assisted by the Grip Operator who ensures that he/she has an unobstructed path and that an appropriate video cable length is always kept between the transmitter and camera.
• Ensures that all equipment relating to the camera is in operating order (including battery pack) by making appropriate adjustments.
• Assists with returning A/V equipment to the Control Room after the event is over and making sure all equipment has been returned and in working order.
• Maintains a neat and clean appearance as position interacts with outside clients and patrons.
• Follows all Company directed guidelines on energy conservation and practices conserving energy with all business aspects of PMI.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to work during the day, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays are required.
• Knowledge of applicable audio/visual equipment at a level normally acquired through completion of high school. 2 years’ experience in a broadcast video production environment is not required, but strongly recommended.
• Analytical skills necessary to perform troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose equipment problems. 
• Must also be able to resolve such problems in a timely fashion.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with fellow employee and patrons.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement information contained in general audio/visual related periodicals, user manuals, and other written forms of instruction.

PMI Entertainment Group is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer