Broadcast Operator (Graphics)
Etobicoke | Seasonal Full-time (Non-union) | BroadcastingBroadcast Operator (Graphics)
Seasonal Full-time (Non-union)
Broadcasting
Etobicoke
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Thoroughbred or Standardbred Simulcast producer, this position is responsible for the setup and live operation of broadcast equipment, including any or all of the following: audio mixers and supporting audio equipment; digital video player/recorders (VTR) and supporting equipment; character generators and graphics systems and cameras and supporting camera equipment for the production of television programming, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and consistency in delivery of the broadcast product.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, CHARACTER GENERATOR/GRAPHICS
· Lead by example, to exhibit, encourage and motivate WEG’s Values and Beliefs
· Operation of character generator and graphics equipment as directed by production staff
· Accurate data entry, formatting and playback
· Intercom operation
· Monitoring and control of manual and automatic on-screen data display systems
· Graphic and animation input and playback
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Knowledge
· General knowledge of television production
· General knowledge of broadcast equipment operation
Skills
· General computer skills in a Windows-based software applications environment
· General organizational skills
· General verbal and written communication skills
· General problem solving/trouble shooting skills
· Ability to work in a high-pressure, face-paced environment
Education and Experience
· Post-secondary diploma or certificate in television production, or equivalent experience, and production experience in a control room and/or field production setting
Working Conditions
· Normal office or control room environment, with little physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise and the like (control room positions)
· Normal outdoor racetrack environment where there may be temperature, weather, noise and crowd to deal with
· Regular interruptions and multiple demands.
· Normally requires standing and walking for up to 50% of the time, and occasionally for extended periods of time during special events.
· Requires concentration and restriction to location during times of specific tasks such as race broadcasts.