Camera Person

Job Purpose

The New Vision Printing and Publishing Company Ltd is looking to recruit a dynamic, self motivated individual to fill the role of a Camera Person.

Shoot and deliver quality footage in line with Vision Group TV and broadcast standards.

Key Result Areas

• Shoot/film/collect footage for television and multimedia production purposes and submit to relevant producers or Video Editors.
  • Attend pre-production meetings to get a brief on activities to be engaged in.
  • Assist in determining equipment needed by producers to gather proper content.
  • Assist producers while in the field to gather footage in line with the TV standards of operation.
  • Submit and store footage in prescribed formats and locations.
• Train reporters and other relevant staff members on how to operate professional video cameras.
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of your equipment, by;
  • Cleaning equipment daily and charge camera batteries
  • Maintain a log of the status of your equipment
  • Ensure proper storage and care of equipment.

Education and Professional qualifications

• Diploma in Journalism and any other relevant qualification.

Working Experience

• Three years of proven experience in camera operations.

Communications and working relations

• Senior Producer /Presenters /Producers for preparation and actual shooting
• Multimedia Journalists to plan and execute assignments.

Scope of Impact

The camera person’s job illustrates the content. It helps audiences understand the gravity of an event because seeing is believing. Provide graphical details and dimension to a story. (Aesthetics)

Evidence captured on lens, the photograph tells it all. It saves the company on libel cases and costs in court battles.

Technical competences

• Ability to operate professional video cameras and filming equipment.
• Photography skills and appreciation
• Basic computer skills: Adobe Editing Suites
• Good communication skills
• Editing
• Ability to troubleshoot.

Behavioral competences

• Creative and innovative
• Flexibility
• Proactive.
• Team player
• Attention to detail.
• Physical fitness
• Willingness to travel and work for long hours

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit applications and CV to the:

Chief Human Resources Officer,

The New Vision Printing and Publishing Company Ltd.

P. O. Box 9815, Kampala, Uganda

or visit https://hr.visiongroup.co.ug to apply.