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Weekday Sports Broadcasting Camera Operator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Kdfw Fox 4

Broadcast Technician

Chicago, IL

In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations ... Perform a host of production functions including audio mixing, robotic camera operation, and ...

FOX News Network, LLC

Broadcast Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations ... Perform a host of production functions including audio mixing, robotic camera operation, and ...

Fox

Broadcast Technician

Chicago, IL

In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations ... Perform a host of production functions including audio mixing, robotic camera operation, and ...

i9 Sports

Summer Camp Sports Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Weekday mornings throughout July and/or Wednesday evenings. Why You'll Love This Job * Make a ... Each franchised location is independently owned and operated and is solely and exclusively ...

Paramount

Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$67.85/hr

Studio duties included but not limited to teleprompter, jib operator, editing, transmission control and field duties including professional operation of broadcast cameras, drones, digital microwave ...

Paramount

Technician

Chicago, IL

$67.85/hr

Studio duties included but not limited to teleprompter, jib operator, editing, transmission control and field duties including professional operation of broadcast cameras, drones, digital microwave ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekday sports broadcasting camera operator in Chicago, IL is $29.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.84 and $31.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Traveling Camera Operator (Seasonal)

DanceBUG Inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$25/hr

Temporary

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

Travel the U.S. | Capture Dance Competitions | Professional Equipment Provided
Season: February - June
Why DanceBUG?
For nearly 25 years, DanceBUG has been North America's leader in dance media and event technology.
  • Travel across the United States capturing dance competitions using professional camera and livestream production equipment
  • We provide everything you need to succeed - including equipment, paid training, flights, hotels, rental cars, and travel expenses
  • Work with next-generation AI-assisted camera technology as we continue to shape the future of live event production
No Dance Experience Required
If you've filmed sports, live events, weddings, concerts, theatre, or other fast-paced productions, we'll teach you everything you need to know.
Compensation and Benefits
  • Starting at $25/hour
  • Paid travel days
  • Flights, hotels, rental cars and travel expenses covered
  • Professional camera and livestream production equipment provided
  • Guaranteed minimum daily pay
  • Overtime after 40 hours/week
  • Private hotel room
  • No video editing or post-production
  • Paid training
What You'll Do
  • Travel to dance competitions throughout the United States
  • Operate professional camera and livestream production equipment
  • Capture high-quality performances
  • Set up and monitor camera and livestream systems
  • Upload and manage event media
Paid Training
Every new Camera Operator receives:
  • Virtual training during January
  • A minimum of two live training events with an experienced Senior Camera Operator
  • Hands-on instruction before working independently

You'll never be sent to your first event without real-world training and support.
Requirements
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States (DanceBUG does not sponsor work visas)
  • Live within approximately one hour of a major airport
  • Valid U.S. driver's license
  • Available to travel Thursday through Monday during the season
  • Comfortable driving 5-6 hours when required
  • Comfortable with long production days and travel
  • Able to lift approximately 50 lbs
  • Able to pass a criminal background check
Experience in Any of the Following is Considered an Asset
  • Sports camera operation
  • Live event production
  • Wedding and event videography
  • Broadcasting
  • Concerts and theatre
  • Film production
  • Livestreaming (OBS)
  • Multi-camera switching
  • Jib operation
Ready to Hit the Road?
Join DanceBUG this season and travel the country, capturing unforgettable performances and working with innovative production technology.
Apply today - we'd love to hear from you.

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