Studio Operations Lead- Freelance

Complex•New York, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, integrating content, commerce, and live experiences. Through innovative content, Complex tells stories of music, streetwear, style, sports, art, and beyond, engaging in a dynamic conversation with the audience and shaping the zeitgeist of convergence culture. As a powerful media juggernaut paired with a curated marketplace, Complex redefines how fans interact with brands and artists, reshaping the future of digital culture and commerce.

Requirements

Proficiency in camera switching using professional camera switchers such as BlackMagic ATEM series
Deep understanding of video signal flow including 3G & 12G protocols, Routing, Troubleshooting and calibration
Basic camera tech knowledge with a good sense of new tech emerging in the camera industry
Deep understanding of streaming work flows, Launching GFX, Lower 3rds, flying assets, and recording while live streaming
Experience with software such as Blackmagic ATEM Software Control, Ninja.vdo, restream, Riverside.fm
Experience with RED, Sony, Canon and Blackmagic video cameras and lensing (Sony & Canon)
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Execute seamless multi-camera switching and scene transitions using Blackmagic ATEM hardware.
Trigger and manage on-screen digital assets, live GFX, and video roll-ins dynamically during broadcasts.
Design, edit, and implement customized broadcast graphics, including lower thirds and framing mortises.
Actively monitor live stream health, ensuring optimal audio/video quality, stable connectivity, and immediate troubleshooting of technical issues.
Manage remote caller feeds and high-quality audio/video capturing using platforms like VDO.Ninja and Riverside.fm.
Operate and configure encoding and multi-streaming software, specifically utilizing OBS and Restream to distribute live feeds across platforms.
Serve as principal camera operator for in-studio shoots (single or multi-cam), ensuring professional framing, focus, and movement.
Assist in creative planning for shoots, offering input on camera angles, lighting, and visual style.
Work closely with directors, producers, and talent during live and recorded sessions to deliver consistent, high-quality visuals.
Set up and break down video, lighting, and audio gear for each shoot.
Monitor live feeds and camera outputs for color balance, exposure, and composition.
Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of gear.
Identify and resolve technical issues quickly to avoid production delays.
Liaise with post-production teams to ensure footage is correctly labeled, stored, and handed off.
Assist in onboarding freelancers or crew and train them on studio equipment and protocols.
Collaborate with creative teams to meet brand and storytelling goals through high-quality visuals.