Teleprompter Operator

Job Description

Freelance Teleprompter Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News Channel is seeking a Freelance Teleprompter Operator to join our New York Bureau. As a Freelance Teleprompter Operator, you will work on a team to move a show from inception to closing. You have great organizational skills and can effortlessly adjust to the constant changes in a live studio environment.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Operate the teleprompter during live events and filming
• Work with on-air talent with different speech patterns
• Match the information on the screen with what is occurring on the set
• Ensure the working condition of teleprompter system before on air the program
• Inform computer specialists if any problems found, arrange another system as reserve

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Familiarity with the dynamics of a live studio environment
• 0 to 2 years' experience with appropriate internship experience
• A strong interest in television
• Experience with prompter systems and software
• Willingness to work weekends, overnights and holidays
• Ability to work in highly distracting settings and under considerable pressure

NICE TO HAVE
• Autoscript and iNews experience is highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in TV production, Media, Journalism, or Communications

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxk87o-3-135-190-232-42 in your application.