Join CPAC to build on 30 years of unfiltered access to Canadian democracy. The Cable Public Affairs Channel is the only national bilingual media outlet focused exclusively on politics.
The Role:
The Camera Operator operates video camera and recording equipment in remote (non-studio) production environments.
Accountability:
Works under the direction of the Manager, Programming Operations
Primary Responsibilities:
• Evaluate video, audio and lighting requirements for specific locations and production situations;
• Select, set up, test and operate cameras and video recording equipment in newsgathering and remote production sessions;
• Ensure all camera equipment is operating properly, identify equipment failures, and inform the Manager and engineering;
• Operate audio equipment (mixer, boom, etc.) in scrum, two-person interviews and other special production situations;
• Shoot primary, b-roll, and cutaway footage on Dejero for live capability;
• Compose and set lighting and light specific locations and production situations;
• Sequence shots;
• Provide advice to producers on technical aspects of shooting and editing;
• Provide assistance and direction to talent as required;
• Work as a camera operator on the field production unit as required;
• Troubleshoot equipment and setup/teardown as required;
• Maintain video recording/camera and lighting equipment;
• Ability to edit an asset;
• Participate in staff, program and other corporate meetings as required;
• Undertake other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (knowledge, skills and experience required):
• Certificate, diploma, or degree from technical college in electronics, video recording, film, radio/television production, or equivalent experience;
• Three years’ experience in film or television production;
• Possesses a strong visual sense of composition, continuity, narrativity and shot sequencing;
• Understands basic broadcast electronics, and basic principles of television editing and lighting;
• Sound editorial judgment relating to visuals;
• Has the capacity to produce edited material in a wide range of formats, including hand-held ENG, multi-camera shoots, daily news-style pieces, longer format current affairs and documentaries;
• Is familiar with required software packages for editing, and with basic word processing, communications and graphic production software and equipment;
• Works well as a member of a team;
• Ability to work to exacting standards, including critical deadlines under high stress situations;
• Maintains an environment that recognizes, supports, respects and welcomes diversity of employees.
This is a full-time, regular position with competitive benefits.
Deadline for Applications: October 11th, 2023
CPAC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are eligible to work in Canada.
Please submit your application to:
CPAC
1750-45 O’Connor Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1A4
Attention: Lindsay Daigle, Human Resources Manager
EMAIL : careers@cpac.ca
