The Scotiabank Centre, managed by Events East Group, is the largest multipurpose facility in Atlantic Canada, serving as the region's premier venue for major entertainment and sporting events and the nucleus of major event activity in Nova Scotia. Having hosted the world's top performers, homegrown talent, best in class athletes and many performers in between, Scotiabank Centre has been a source for community vibrancy and pride for over 35 years. With a seating capacity of more than 10,000 and the versatility to accommodate a range of events, Scotiabank Centre hosts close to 500,000 attendees each year and is home to the Halifax Mooseheads, the Halifax Hurricanes, Halifax Thunderbirds Lacrosse and the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo.

The Scotiabank Centre is now inviting applications for the position of Camera Operator within our Production Team.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Camera Operator is responsible for camera coverage of in-house video production for sports, concerts, meetings and conventions.

Role Description:

• Set up and tear down of cameras and associated equipment.
• Operate cameras for in-house video production / live events.
• Take direction from producer/director for coverage of an event.
• Must be avaliable during evenings and weekends.

Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Education related to Communications, Broadcast, Film, or equivalent is preferred.
• 1 - 3 years Broadcast TV or Film production experience is preferred.

Job Specific / Technical Knowledge

• Broadcast camera functionality knowledge.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of sports would be considered an asset.
• Must be able to lift and set up cameras equipment up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced "live" production environment.
• Work in a fast paced, busy environment with environmental conditions such as noise, heights, dark/dim/absence of lighting.

Events East is committed to a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons, and persons from the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Any applicant invited to participate in testing or an interview and who requires an accommodation should discuss their needs, in confidence, with the Recruiter when selected.

TO APPLY: Please send resume and references to [email protected] with CAMERA OPERATOR in the subject line or via Career Beacon.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

For further information, please visit our website at www.eventseast.com