Camera Operator

Capture the stories that matter. As a Camera Operator, you'll shoot, edit and help produce compelling content across all TVNZ platforms in Wellington.

The opportunity - Te tūranga

· Record best possible quality pictures through proper composition, lighting, and effective sound recording.

· Shoot using high end ENG, Production cameras and prime lenses.

· Shoot using mobile phone, other small cameras.

· Ensure job environment is safe and equipment is kept in good working order.

· Record and send content to News Traffic Centre for speedy publication to Digital platforms as required.

· Be able to quickly edit content to a high craft level.

· Operate transmission technology, including knowledge of Live operating procedures.

· This includes being able to:

· Assist with the set up and operations of Live Facilities and links.

· Feed pictures / Live interviews using Live U or similar.

· Operate in a Single or Multi Camera Live Environment.

· Live interviews from remote locations.

In this role, you will be covering such a variety of stories from parliament, sports, local Wellington region.

What we're looking for - Tā mātou e kimi nei

To be successful in this role, you will have

· Working knowledge of a wide range of broadcast technical equipment.

· Solid working knowledge of TV production.

· Strong filming and editing skills.

· Experience working in the field.

· Must be able to articulate ideas and concepts.

· Ability to understand and accurately work to a specific brief.

· Ability to generate innovative ideas for News and Content coverage.

· Strong News judgement, thorough knowledge of world affairs and current events, geopolitics, foreign policy and history.

· Excellent communication skills and professional conduct, especially in high pressure and stressful situations.

· A thorough understanding of the role of social media in newsgathering and output.

· Time management and organisational skills.

· Physically and mentally fit and agile.

· Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

· Capability to multi-task and work in a fast paced and demanding News and Content environment.

· Full and clean drivers license

Tono mai |Apply Now - we will be regularly reviewing applications.

If you would like to find out more about this amazing opportunity, please feel free to call our Head of Talent Acquisitions, Philly Irvine, mobile 021 564 691, she loves to chat about TVNZ careers