Video & Lighting Technician

Job Description

Freelance Video & Lighting Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX News is looking for a Freelance Video/Lighting Technician to work in DC! As the Freelance Video/Lighting Technician, you will work with all members of the editorial and technical teams to ensure video levels and lighting are the best possible quality on air. You are an integral part of the technical operations team reporting to the Operations Supervisor and Technical Manager. The Freelance Lighting/Video Technician will have daily and project-based assignments and work directly with Studio Operations Supervisors, Directors, Producers, and other studio crew. You are creative and have an interest in the news and entertainment industry.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Chip, color correct, and monitor video levels on all studio cameras, video monitors, and remote cameras
• Work with directors, lighting, and make-up to troubleshoot and make adjustments to ensure the best possible on-air look for our talent and set
• Build, change, and update scene files to shows as needed
• Color correct studio monitors using FOR.A color correctors
• Support and assist Lighting Director
• Stagehand, light board operation and programming, special effects, location setups, etc.
• Ladder work
• Prop and storage coordination, organization, and maintenance
• Prep, hang, and maintain support and storage facilities
• Understand and implement backup protocol when necessary
• Assess, advise, and assist with a proper stage, scenic, and lighting set-ups

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years' experience working in video in a live news or tape environment
• 2+ years' experience with Vinton robotic camera operations
• 1-3 years of lighting/stagehand experience
• Experience with Ikegami HD Cameras, and color correction units required
• Experience with Panasonic PTZ camera control units preferred
• Understanding of ETC lighting consoles (programming, patching)
• Willingness to work overtime and additional shifts to meet the demands of breaking news, programming, and production, specialty scenic or light calls, and/or shift coverage
• Flexibility in working under the pressures of live programming and time constraints
• Knowledge of digital test equipment for troubleshooting and repairs
• Knowledge of electrical systems, lighting effects, and electronics
• Familiarity with trade and power tools
• Understanding of the importance of health and safety procedures
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, climb ladders

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