What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Weather Group Television LLC?
Working at The Weather Channel television network
We are The Weather Company, and our name speaks for itself. We are a company focused entirely on the weather,and we’re proud to say we reach twothirds
of all U.S. adults through a media portfolio that includes The Weather Channel, weather.com and our mobile applications –Weather Services
International, and Weather Underground.
Our goal is to provide the world’s best weather, powered by the best possible data. Of course, we can’t actually control the weather, but the information
we gather from the largest collection of worldwide forecast data, our state-of-the-art forecast technologies, and the industry’s best forecast modeling
allows us to accurately predict the weather for people all over the country—and the world. The Weather Channel is the most widely distributed cable
network and the most trusted news network in America. On the digital side, our online properties reach 60 million unique Web consumers each month, 32
million of those via weather.com and our mobile apps. In fact, TWC is the 2nd most popular app for iPads, and the 7th most downloaded app on iPhones.
We are recognized as the world’s leading meteorological information resource for businesses across the aviation, energy, insurance and utility industries.
These statistics say a lot about the quality of our reporting, research, the accuracy of our data, and the talent within our Company.
We’re always looking for new talent to keep us on top—like someone incredible to fill the job listed here.
Position Summary
For this position, the associate will be cross-trained and expected to perform the jobs of Stage Manager and Utility. Assignments will include performing
any of the above jobs in alternating roles during the course of a shift or work week. This position is able to effectively handle all production job functions in
all live shows and productions for The Weather Channel, weather.com, and other related initiatives, accepting new assignments and technological
challenges as required to support future company initiatives and an ever- changing dynamic broadcasting environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
STAGE MANAGING
- Give time cues to anchors, ensure anchors are in correct studio positions during show
- Communicate changes to the studio anchors.
- Prior to show time, ensure all set monitors and prompter monitors are working
- When necessary, ensure all lights are on and if not, alert the Director
- Be able to move set pieces into position and plug in electrical set pieces.
- Inform show director of all studio issues that may impact the show.
UTILITY
- Expected to move set pieces or other staging items as needed for production needs.
- Assist with cable management of cameras during shows.
- Control and manipulate mechanical set pieces as needed
- Work with Lighting Director on staging and lighting maintenance or improvements
- May be required to lift lighting fixtures, move scenery or other equipment. The weight may range from 20-100 lbs. Anything over 25 lbs would be carried by multiple crew members.
Education, Experience, Certification Requirements
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience in a live television environment
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills including verbal and written.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
- Unquestionable ethical standards.
- Extremely adaptable and flexible in the face of varying demands
- Ability to work as a self-starter with minimum supervision