Freelance Golazo Graphics Operator, CBS Sports Digital (On Site)

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CBS Sports Digital is looking for a Freelance Graphics Operator to join their Golazo team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of broadcast operations and production activities.  The Chyron Operator will work together with directors and producers during production to create a unique and creative show through graphics.

This position is on-site 5-days a week in our Stamford, CT office. Nights, weekends & holidays are expected.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Review final on-air product to assure high quality and notify producers of any potential editorial problems.
• Effectively communicating with the control room.
• Assist with breaking news coverage, and last minute graphic changes.
• Communicate efficiently with Sports and News and production personnel internally and externally.
• Follow directives from producers and directors during production of live and recorded sports segments and programs in the control room and studio

Qualifications:

What you bring to the team:

You have -

• Working knowledge of Chyron systems.
• At least 1 year of experience with broadcast graphics systems (strong internships will be considered).
• Must be able to work under time pressure deadlines and willing to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news,"etc. Since the schedules will rotate, you must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, overnights, and holidays. Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice if needed.

You might also have –

• Soccer knowledge
• Design experience
• Experience with Camio
• Ability to build show elements in third party software systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent

 
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $65000.0 - 65000.0. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  

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