Camera Operator
About The Position
Operation of an Ikegami Camera during the Live Racing Season. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operating video cameras and related equipment during Live Racing. Understanding and implementing various camera angles, movements, and techniques to achieve the director's vision. Maintaining and organizing camera equipment. Reporting Equipment problems to your supervisor when they occur. Standing for long periods of time. Climbing a 35 foot tall camera tower several times per day/night. Dependability, good attendance and occasional overtime required. Working outdoors in adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain/Storm, etc.). Will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Performs other duties as assigned. QualificationsEducation & Training: High school diploma or GED; or three years related experience and/or training; or combination 3 years’ work related experience and/or training; or combination. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Video experience Computer experience Technically minded Detail oriented Works well under pressure Willingness to learn Customer Service skills Training: Responsible Gaming Licenses/Certifications/Other: Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency if applicable to perform the essential job functions Texas Racing Commission License (TXRC) Physical Requirements: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Strength: Sedentary to medium workload Stand, sit and walk consistently Will be required to lift up to or over 20lbs or exert occasionally over 50lbs Movement: Will consistently be required to touch, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, reach Will use office equipment Driving motor vehicles as needed Auditory: Frequently speak and articulate Noise levels will be varied from moderate to heavy machinery Environmental: Exposure to weather and extreme elements are minimal Minimal exposure in close proximity to horses
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; or three years related experience and/or training; or combination 3 years’ work related experience and/or training; or combination.
- Video experience
- Computer experience
- Technically minded
- Detail oriented
- Works well under pressure
- Willingness to learn
- Customer Service skills
- Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency if applicable to perform the essential job functions
- Texas Racing Commission License (TXRC)
Responsibilities
- Operating video cameras and related equipment during Live Racing.
- Understanding and implementing various camera angles, movements, and techniques to achieve the director's vision.
- Maintaining and organizing camera equipment.
- Reporting Equipment problems to your supervisor when they occur.
- Standing for long periods of time.
- Climbing a 35 foot tall camera tower several times per day/night.
- Dependability, good attendance and occasional overtime required.
- Working outdoors in adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain/Storm, etc.).
- Will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
