Responsibilities:
- Interviewing people in a range of different circumstances. May also include the following:
- Building contacts to maintain a flow of news, for example, police and emergency services, local council, community groups, health trusts, press officers from a variety of organizations, the general public, etc;
- Seeking out and investigating stories via your contacts, press releases and other media.
- Attending press conferences and asking questions;
- Attending a variety of events, such as council meetings, sporting events, talent contests, etc;
- Answering the phones and reacting to topical stories that matter to our viewers.
- Working closely with the broadcast team, photographers and editors and producers. Writing and editorial judgement for live and recorded daily content. Also, to include:
- Producing concise and accurate copy and to adhering to strict deadlines.
- Check reference materials, such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts.
- Receive assignments and contribute to story ideas and development.
- Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time/space requirements, and within editorial style guidelines.
- Recording/editing interviews using technical camera and computer equipment.
- Submitting copy for the digital publication of all stories completed as assigned.
- ‘Live’ online reporting or real-time social media blogging when covering important events. Adaption of stories to On-line and web platforms.
Qualifications:
- Associates degree (or higher) -OR- 2+ years professional work experience.
- 1+ years of newsroom, journalism and/or on-camera storytelling experience
- Demonstrated writing and editorial judgement experience.
- Familiar with newsroom producing software
- Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot computers preferred; proficient in Microsoft Office & Apple computers.
- Ability to professionally interact with customers and co-workers; strong verbal communication skills
- Basic understanding of broadcast cameras and how to operate them.
package. This benefit plan addresses both the immediate and long-term needs that you and
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Job Description
A Los Angeles-based camera team is available to support vertical (9:16) series productions with a full crew + equipment package built for fast schedules and multi-location days. This turnkey camera department option is ideal for producers and production teams who need experienced vertical storytelling coverage, technical workflow support, and a ready-to-shoot setup for high-volume content.
Job Responsibilities
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Provide a professional camera crew for vertical (9:16) productions.
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Supply cinema camera packages, lenses, lighting, and grip equipment as needed.
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Support on-set camera workflow and technical operations for smooth production days.
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Handle DIT and media management to maintain an efficient post pipeline.
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Provide production van support for transport, power, storage, and fast company moves (when available).
Requirements
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Los Angeles-based production teams or shoots needing local camera support.
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Projects filming vertical series content (9:16) with fast-paced production demands.
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Clear communication on schedule, scope, and required camera package needs.
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Camera department services only (no sound).
Compensation
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Rates based on availability, scope, crew size, and equipment needs.