ENG Camera Operator & Video Editor

Job Overview:

The ENG Camera Operator and Video Journalist/Editor is responsible for capturing high-quality video footage and editing news stories for broadcast and digital platforms. This role demands strong technical skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced news environment to deliver accurate, engaging, and visually compelling content that aligns with story objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Filming & Video Production

• Film and edit (rough cuts) news stories, interviews, and live events for television broadcast and digital platforms.
• Operate various broadcast cameras, Mojo devices, audio equipment, and lighting to ensure high-quality video production.
• Maintain technical quality standards, including proper framing, lighting composition, and high-quality sound recording.
• Select, assemble, and position equipment as per the shooting brief, ensuring optimal angles and movements for capturing broadcast-quality visuals.
• Cover breaking news, press conferences, and live events under tight deadlines and extended hours.
• Record news packages, look-lives, sound bites, and capture b-roll as required.
• Work closely with reporters, producers, and studio directors to ensure stories are visually engaging, editorially sound, and aligned with story briefs.
• Ensure sufficient establishing shots, cutaways, and stock footage are captured on each shoot.
• Editing (Rough cuts)
• Edit footage using approved editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.) to create compelling news packages.
• Assemble rough cuts and audio balancing to meet broadcast standards.
• Ingest and organize raw footage, ensuring metadata is properly entered for post- production to retrieve the footage.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, and studio directors to enhance the visual storytelling aspect of news content.
• Work closely with post-production teams to ensure seamless editing workflows and proper footage utilization.

Technical & Equipment Maintenance

• Maintain, clean, and perform routine checks on video and audio equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Be able to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions in the field.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new video technologies, and best practices.

Operational & Compliance

• Adhere to ethical journalism standards and company policies.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and public holidays as required.
• Must be able to travel for assignments at short notice, both domestically and internationally.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma/Degree in Film, Television Production, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in news videography and video editing.
• Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong knowledge of camera operation, lighting techniques, exposure, and high-quality audio recording.
• Experience with live broadcasting and streaming technologies is a plus (LiveU, Aviwest, Mojo).
• A valid driver’s license and a valid passport is a prerequisite.

Competencies & Work Environment

• Fast-paced newsroom and field reporting environment.
• Work may require outdoor filming in various weather conditions.
• The job is physically demanding, involving carrying camera equipment and standing for long periods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability in a dynamic news environment.
• Passion for news, storytelling, and current affairs.