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Weekend News Camera Operator Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ

Tribune Media

Streaming News Producer

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Basic understanding of camera settings, studio lighting, and audio processing * Willingness to ... Flexibility to work any shift - including overnights, evenings, weekends and holidays - as coverage ...

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WOWK-TV

Streaming News Producer

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Basic understanding of camera settings, studio lighting, and audio processing * Willingness to ... Flexibility to work any shift - including overnights, evenings, weekends and holidays - as coverage ...

New

NBCUniversal

Photographer/Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports ... Minimum 5 years of experience working as Photographer/Camera Operator in the field * Minimum 2 ...

NBA

Field Camera Operations Manager

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

This individual will lead a team of camera operators, media technicians, and logistics personnel to ... Willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends.Salary Range ...

Nba

Field Camera Operations Manager

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

This individual will lead a team of camera operators, media technicians, and logistics personnel to ... Willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends. Salary Range ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend news camera operator in Ridgewood, NJ is $28.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.50 and $30.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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NewsNation - Weekend Robotic Camera Operator

WOWK-TV

New York, NY

$56 - $65/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

NewsNation is seeking a Part-Time Robotic Camera Operator to support live cable news broadcasts from our New York studios. This role operates in a fully manual, director-driven control room environment and is responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality on-air visuals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works well under pressure, and can respond quickly and accurately to real-time direction during live and breaking news coverage. This position requires flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays. This position is based in New York, NY and requires reporting to 220 E. 42nd St. It is covered under IBEW Local 1212.

Responsibilities

Operate robotic studio cameras and frame shots based on real-time direction from the control room

Execute smooth, precise on-air camera moves in a live broadcast environment Perform basic shading and color correction using waveform monitors and vector scopes

Maintain consistent framing, exposure, and image quality across multiple cameras

Respond quickly and accurately to director cues in a fast-paced, manual control room

Troubleshoot technical issues and adjust as needed during live production Communicate clearly with directors and control room staff during all phases of production

Support multiple shows and/or live segments within a shift as needed

Work all shifts as assigned, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience operating studio cameras and/or robotic camera systems in a live television environment

Proficiency in robotic camera control systems and live shot execution

Strong understanding of framing, composition, exposure, and color balance

Ability to accurately evaluate video quality, including color and shading

Ability to perform under pressure in a live, breaking news environment

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting

Proven problem-solving ability and adaptability during live production

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred

Preferred Experience

Experience with Ross robotic camera systems

Experience with Sony RCPs and color correction tools (e.g., Cobalt) Additional Information

This position is covered under IBEW Local 1212. Candidates must be members in good standing or eligible to join upon hire

Compensation: $56.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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