Camera Operator Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Responsible for direct line televised broadcast.

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: This job title has no supervisory responsibilities

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operate camera during Live Racing
• Other duties may be assigned

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training in television broadcasting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Must be able to operate, time, and color match all cameras with the Technical Director, handle all filming required during Live Racing, and assist with any other issues with audio visual as they arise. May also be required to perform Simulcast as needed.

REQUIRED PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

Responsible for fostering a fun environment. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events. Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs. Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards. Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff. 

SOCIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have an outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic attitude. Must be comfortable initiating conversations and creating a fun environment with our guests. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Must have basic PC knowledge. Ability to use such programs as: Excel, Word, Photoshop, Sorenson squeeze, and Nero. Must have the ability to think and react quickly, and to initiate a change in program at any given moment. 

REASONING ABILITY:  

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work near moving mechanical parts, work in outdoor weather conditions, and is occasionally exposed wet or humid non-weather conditions.  There is also some risk of electrical shock. Must be able to work in a smoking environment when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  The employee will be required at times, to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb 40 foot Tower ladder and maintain balance. The employee must have clear vision, at distances of 20 inches and up to 20 feet, and is required to have color vision, peripheral vision, good depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

Must be able to obtain and maintain an Indiana Horse Racing Commission and a non-gaming Indiana Gaming Commission License. Individuals, 18-20 years of age, may be employed in a non-gaming role with the licensing waiver so they are able to access the casino floor to fulfill their job duties and will not perform any function involving gambling by the patrons.  Any certificates, and/or licenses in Video production, Broadcasting, and/or PC related skills would be a bonus. 

ACCESS TO CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY INFORMATION:

All materials recorded or captured while working on Harrah's Hoosier Parks behalf will become the property of Harrah's Hoosier Park. 

Personal Recording devices - any device that captures audio, video or an image - will not be allowed while performing duties.

ACCESS TO GAMING FLOOR:

May require periodic access to general areas of the gaming facility