Camera Operator (Athletics Control Room)

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Posting Number:

20210370T

Position Title:

Camera Operator (Athletics Control Room)

Position Type:

Temp/Intern

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Posting Details

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Posting Details (Default Section)

Posting Number:

20210370T

Position Title:

Camera Operator (Athletics Control Room)

Position Type:

Temp/Intern

Location:

Villanova, PA

Work Schedule:

temporary

Approximate Number of Hours per Week

Department:

732-Athletics - Promotion + Marketing

Position Summary:

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Villanova University Athletics is now hiring highly motivated, skilled, and passionate Camera Operator freelancers to join our Athletics Game Production team. The Camera Operator is responsible for the set-up, operation, and breakdown of all camera equipment associated with a game production script at the direction of the Villanova Athletics Marketing/Operations staff and Athletics Building Engineer. All duties are to be performed in accordance with the department and venue policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Game Director and Building Engineer to test and manage all camera elements and shots associated with the game script
• select, assemble and position equipment (cameras, stands) throughout venue.
• Shoot scenes according to requirements within the game script at the direction of the Game Director.
• Capture quality footage from a fixed or moving position, travel to different locations depending on assignments.
• Maintain, clean and test all equipment and cameras to ensure every tool is in good working order each day before event starts.
• Participate in pre-event coordination planning meeting.
• Familiar with the language of event production and have a working knowledge of all current technology.
• Ensure the safety of equipment at all times.
• Respect standards and regulations regarding the safety of audio equipment, and apply safe work methods.
• Provide support and assistance to other venue areas as needed.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of related camera operations experience in live game production and live sports.
• Proficient using the following studio production cameras: Hitachi Hd6000, JVC HM 600.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills required.
• Must be a collaborative team player who works well with others in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

Special Message to Applicants:

EEO Statement

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Posting Date:

08/12/2021

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

$175 per event (5hr crew call)

Job Classification:

non-exempt

Supplemental Questions

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1. * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?

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   • LinkedIn
   • Glassdoor
   • Chronicle Vitae
   • Academic Keys
   • PA CareerLink/JobGateway
   • Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
   • Diversity Association/Publication Website
   • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
   • Referred by a current employee
   • Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
   • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
   • Browsing the Villanova website
   • Cabrini University employee
   • Other

2. * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

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1. * An individual associated with a prospective student-athlete is defined as: • Any person who maintains or directs others to maintain contact with a prospective student-athlete, the prospective student-athlete’s parents or legal guardians, or the prospective student-athlete’s coach; and • Such contact is directly/indirectly related to the prospective student-athlete’s athletics skills/abilities or for recruitment/enrollment at VU. Examples of individuals associated with a prospect could be any of, but not limited to, the following: • Parents/Legal Guardians • Coaches (high school, college, club) • Personal/Skills Trainers • Relatives • Strength Coach • Advisors Consistent with the above definition for what constitutes associated, are you associated with any: • Basketball (men’s or women’s) prospective student-athletes (grades 9-12) or their parents, relatives or coaches? Y N

   • Yes
   • No

2. * An individual associated with a prospective student-athlete is defined as: • Any person who maintains or directs others to maintain contact with a prospective student-athlete, the prospective student-athlete’s parents or legal guardians, or the prospective student-athlete’s coach; and • Such contact is directly/indirectly related to the prospective student-athlete’s athletics skills/abilities or for recruitment/enrollment at VU. Examples of individuals associated with a prospect could be any of, but not limited to, the following: • Parents/Legal Guardians • Coaches (high school, college, club) • Personal/Skills Trainers • Relatives • Strength Coach • Advisors Consistent with the above definition for what constitutes associated, are you associated with any: • Current VU basketball (men’s or women’s) student-athletes? Y N

   • Yes
   • No

Documents needed to complete your application:

Required Documents

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest 2. Resume / Curriculum Vitae

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