Sports Broadcasting Camera Operator Jobs in Port Richey, FL

The University of South Florida Athletics Department seeks experienced and reliable independent broadcast professionals to support live event productions throughout the year. Selected consultants will contribute to live athletic broadcasts across digital, streaming, and television platforms, supporting a range of technical and on-air roles. Assignments are determined based on individual expertise, availability, and operational requirements.
Broadcast crew members may support broadcasts in a variety of technical and on-air roles, contributing to the production of live athletic events distributed across digital, streaming, and television platforms. Assignments are based on experience, availability, and operational needs.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support live sports broadcasts and related production activities.
• Perform assigned production roles before, during, and after events.
• Assist with setup, operation, and breakdown of broadcast equipment as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with producers, directors, engineers, and other production staff.
• Maintain a professional demeanor while working in a fast-paced live event environment.
• Follow established production workflows, safety procedures, and operational standards.
• Arrive prepared and on time for assigned events and production meetings.
• Represent the University of South Florida in a professional manner.
Positions:
Camera Operations
Operates cameras to capture live game action and replays with precise framing.
Replay Operations
Captures, logs, and cues key moments for broadcast and officiating review.
Graphics Operations
Builds and operates on air graphics including scores, stats, and lower thirds.
Audio Support
Mixes and monitors broadcast audio for a clean, balanced feed.
Technical Directing
Switches the live feed by executing cuts and transitions per the director's calls.
Utility and Stage Management
Handles cabling, equipment setup, and on site logistics for production.
Shading
Set all cameras to match and adjust levels
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate game day schedules and events.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods during game day events
• Comfortable working outdoors and in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, as necessary.
• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in live sports, broadcast, video production or related fields

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience on collegiate, professional or live event broadcasts.
• .Knowledge of ESPN production standards and live events broadcasting.

Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
(a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
(b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
(c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
(d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
(e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310
Level 1 Criminal Background check is required
About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.