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UTV is looking for an experienced News and non news Camera Operator to join its team based in the North West. You’ll have a depth of camera experience and a detailed knowledge of Northern Ireland gained over a number of years working in news gathering and programme making. The successful candidate will have a track record of filming and editing high quality, creative, engaging material across the full range of stories for news, programmes and online. This is a remote position based in the Bureau that is part of a small team so being self-sufficient will be essential and you will be an excellent problem solver. You’ll also be able to demonstrate your flexibility, your passion for news, your great work ethic and your ability to work effectively within a multi-skilled team.
Job Responsibility:
To shoot, collate, edit and send to base high quality footage/packages for all aspects of our output using a variety of production tools
To choreograph and shoot live segments of our programmes using our News Production Vehicle (NPV), LiveU or other newsgathering technology
To maximise the quality of on-screen and online output by developing and building a strong knowledge base of the region, its locations, live locations, keeping up to date with technology for shooting and sending, and share this information in order to contribute to improving the quality of output
To understand the requirement for flexibility in order to best cover new stories
This can involve working outside of normal rostered hours where required
To make full use of Wolftech for story briefs and assignments and then maintain proactive contact with the news desk throughout the day in order to maximise communication
If required, be willing to ask questions at the scene of a breaking news story or conduct interviews for a simple contribution, following a briefing with a member of the editorial team
To provide front line technical support on camerawork and editing for the editorial team, flagging up technical issues and working closely with colleagues to resolve any technical problems as they occur
To operate and perform first line maintenance on regional bureau sites for live and file based contribution as necessary
To operate a studio camera as required
To act as an ambassador for the company when out on location or dealing with members of the public
To be proactive about diversity, equity & inclusion ensuring the output reflects news stories and issues across the audience spectrum
To edit packages in a confident, creative and efficient manner, making full use of all production tools in order to make the most interesting item possible
To curate ITV’s digital offering on the website or ITVX as required
To meet all online and on-air deadlines throughout the day, reacting quickly to breaking stories, and regularly liaising with the news desk
To undertake project work and contribute to network news output as required
To provide guidance to colleagues with less experience, maintaining professional standards and adhering to ITV’s Legal & Compliance, ITV Trust and OFCOM guidelines
To be proactive in encouraging interaction with the audience
To promote and sustain a multi-skilled approach to news journalism and production
Requirements:
Experience as a frontline camera operator working in a news environment across all output from ‘hard’ news to features
Experience working as a camera operator on non news programmes - including multi camerawork
A full UK driving licence in order to drive newsgathering vehicles
Excellent technical skills encompassing camera skills, sound, lighting and editing and the ability to quickly embrace new technology & workflows
Working knowledge of Ofcom code, media law and compliance
A demonstrable passion for video news production, particularly in a creative and operational capacity
An excellent communicator who is quick thinking and calm under pressure, able to digest and react to information efficiently
Nice to have:
The willingness to work flexibly, to be able to react to the demands of newsgathering
The ability to shoot and edit a polished news item and deliver it to base using the appropriate technologies and to keep up to date with new techniques to facilitate this
Excellent communication and listening skills
Camera Operators should be friendly and approachable both towards the newsroom and when on location with journalists, contributors and members of the public
Willingness and ability to use the full range of newsroom technology (following appropriate training)
A strong knowledge of the patch, its cultural heritage and an awareness of the types of stories that engage our audiences
An understanding of the importance of Diversity and Inclusion in determining output
Commitment to working as part of a successful team, sharing the responsibility for supporting programme production and our digital platforms
The ability to work to deadlines is crucial
Camera Operators will have an organised approach with effective logistical skills
The ability to plan well, work efficiently and keep calm and focussed under pressure is essential
The ability to use initiative, be self-motivated and quick-thinking with strong and decisive decision making skills
The ability to remain calm and resilient in what is often a busy work environment
The willingness and aptitude to learn new skills and to be happy to share skills with others for the benefit of the whole team
Excellent attention to detail
Clear understanding of and commitment to DE&I and Health & Safety policies
What we offer:
Flexible working with a range of options
Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
Annual bonus opportunity
Competitive pension contribution
Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life