TV CAMERA OPERATOR 3

Job Position(s): TV CAMERA OPERATOR 3

 

The mission of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) is to provide programming that is intelligent, informative, educational and entertaining. LPB connects the citizens of the state by creating content that showcases Louisiana’s unique history, people, places and events.

LPB is a state network of six non-commercial television stations in Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Monroe, and Shreveport licensed to the Louisiana Educational Television Authority (LETA), established in 1971 by the Louisiana Legislature. LPB is also affiliated with WLAE-TV in New Orleans.

LPB airs quality national PBS programming including PBS NewsHour, MASTERPIECE, NOVA, NATURE, Antiques Roadshow, Great Performances, as well the many educational programs from PBS KIDS. In addition to its main channel (LPB1), LPB and PBS have a 24/7 children’s channel (LPB2), and LPB and Create TV have a how-to and lifestyle channel.

Five years of experience in television or video production, videography, or photography for print media; OR

A bachelor’s degree in film studies, broadcasting, digital media, cinematography, or communications plus two years of experience in television or video production, videography, or photography for print media.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties: 
 – Work with the filming director, production team, and anchors/reporters to ensure filmed scenes are high quality and relevant to our audience. This includes documentary, studio and live events.
 – Use the principles of film production to ensure the proper lighting, visuals, sound, and camera angles are used to capture the best shots possible.
 – Provide alternate filming solutions, such as different camera angles or effects, when needed.
 – Actively acquire and maintain camera equipment, including stands, gimbals, filters, and dollies.
 – Adept at editing with Adobe Premiere and able to create basic graphics.
 – Keep up to date on the latest camera operating technologies and trends.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana 

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday; however, varying work schedules are offered.

Division: Production Department 

Louisiana Educational Television Authority is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide(Download PDF reader).

How To Apply:

Applicants that possess experience greater than the minimum qualifications may be considered for a salary higher than the minimum hiring rate utilizing State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g).

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.  

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
 

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

LETA is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, LETA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor.   NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, and clear a background check. All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E-verify system.

Contact Information:

Megan Wright

Louisiana Educational TV Authority
7733 Perkins Rd.

Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Email: HumanResources@lpb.org