Floor Crew

Responsibilities

• Partner with peers, on‑air talent, producers, directors, managers, and members of the public to help ensure a professional TV newscast/show is produced.
• Operate and move TV cameras (studio and remote) and teleprompter.
• Floor direct for live and pre‑recorded productions following scripts, verbal commands and non‑verbal cues.
• Communicate clearly and quickly using verbal and non‑verbal cues to talent.
• Assist talent as directed by supervisor.
• Aid in the preparation of scripts and materials for productions.
• Set‑up props, furniture and other items including building, lifting, arranging, lighting and cabling needed for production. Tear down, clean, and removal of same.
• Communicate supply and material needs.
• Maintain studio by cleaning, vacuuming, floor buffing, storage, maintenance, and organizing equipment and set materials.
• Respond and work well in a crisis and during breaking news. Handle last minute and unexpected changes. Communicate quickly and clearly to others.
• Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed. May travel and work on location but only on a very limited basis and in special circumstances.
• Complete other duties as requested and needed.

• High school diploma or equivlaent on‑the‑job experience.
• Prior television production experience helpful.
• Must have knowledge of broadcast production equipment, techniques and language or be able to learn.
• Ability to work well with people while handling stressful situations. Ability to work effectively in a high intensity environment.
• Computer experience needed.
• Must be able to work various hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedules may vary.
• Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Work with time sensitive information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations.
• Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
• Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.

• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys, cameras, teleprompter and board controls as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods of time.
• Must wear headset during course of work.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Above average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Climbs ladders. Lift up to 20 lbs. alone.
• The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.