News Camera Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

About Us:

Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector's Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/.

Camera Operator:

Weigel Broadcasting in Chicago, IL, is seeking a thoughtful, detail-oriented, and hardworking Camera Operator to join its creative team. 

What You'll Do 

Work directly with Weigel's Director, Production and Creative Team to produce high quality videography while recording show related elements 

Assist and fill in for various roles on the Production Team during tapings including handheld camera, audio, floor direction and teleprompter

Provide support for field shoots and daily production needs 

Communicate effectively across departments

Perform additional duties, as assigned

What You'll Bring

2-3 years of experience in broadcast, digital, or cable, in a video production-oriented role as a videographer

Hands-on experience with Sony PTZ, ENG-style cameras, and Steadicam preferred 

Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities 

Proactive, reliable, and technically proficient 

Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends 

Capable of lifting and moving equipment up to 50 lbs

If you have what we are looking for, please apply with your resume, cover letter, and a link to your demo reel. 

What We Offer:

Location: One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row, & convenient access to highways and public transportation

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance

Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match

Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays

Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave 

Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access

Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.50-$22.50 an hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.