Freelance Associate Production Ops Specialist - NBC Sports, Bay Area (Part-Time)

NBCUniversal • San Francisco, CA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal is seeking an Associate Production Operations Specialist to join their Technology team in San Francisco. This role will primarily support NBC Sports Bay Area and California. The specialist will be responsible for jib operation, stage managing, and A2 duties, as well as functioning as a camera operator, audio operator, robotic camera operator, and server playback operator for live and taped television broadcasts. This is a project/limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 12 months. The ideal candidate is someone who loves a challenge, enjoys working with people, and wants to make a positive impact while being a part of a high-performing team at the leading edge of media technology.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in video production or live TV, preferably in an APC Production Environment
• Experience with Ross Overdrive APC, Mira media playback, CalRec Assist or Jib Operations
• Functional knowledge of newsroom computer systems, specifically iNews or Rundown Software equivalent
• Must have strong oral/written communication skills, solid interpersonal skills, be able to work in a team, and be able to work accurately under pressure and deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated to take on new tasks to help better our production.
• Aptitude and desire to be cross trained in other studio operations positions.
• Must be willing to work in San Francisco, California.
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, and on weekends with short notice
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Responsibilities

• Operate Jib camera, stage manage, A2.
• Media Playback Assist/Co-Pilot in an APC Production Environment
• Understand and maintain studio operations SOPs for operational training, and troubleshooting purposes.
• Performs other control room and studio related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed