Head of Camera & Lighting

As the Head of Camera & Lighting you will be responsible for the filming and lighting of on-air news and programmes of all galleries, outside broadcast and special events.

• →Ensure that all cameras and camera control systems are regularly maintained and in excellent working condition liaising with Engineering to achieve the highest technical operating standards at all times.
• →Responsible for staff supervision, training and advising Management on new materials/equipment needed to achieve operational excellence and to keep up to date with industry trends. They will be responsible
• →for the rostering of camera operators and managing leave and sickness cover.
• →To liaise with the supervisors/Team leaders on the day to day running of the Camera/Lighting section
• →Ensure appropriate operations processes are followed and that staff are well trained to do the required job to the highest industry standards
• →Operation of all cameras and jibs/cranes as Directed, both Studio/Newsroom and location/OB based
• →Operating the lighting control panels & maintaining the lighting design
• →Operation of the Robotic Camera system and simultaneous operation of the Camera control system.
• →To liaise with Directors on all studio productions
• →Developing lighting solutions for new studio based shows
• →As the Head of Camera & Lighting you will be responsible for the filming and lighting of on-air news and programmes of all galleries, outside broadcast and special events.
  

• →Minimum Bachelor Degree in Film, Communications, Broadcast Operations. Master Degree in related field is preferred as well as specialized diplomas in Camera and Lighting

• A minimum of 12 years professional experience in studio cameras and lighting. 
• Five years should have been spent in a senior role in a broadcast news environment