Broadcast Operator

A NEW BREED OF ENTERTAINMENT

With almost 150 years of proud horseracing history, Woodbine Entertainment Group is the founding pioneer and largest operator of professional horseracing in Canada.

Building on our rich past, we are surging ahead to the future with an energized, new vision. Today we deliver the most thrilling and highest quality racing, dining and entertainment experiences to our visitors. In doing so, we remain a world-leader in horse-racing — and also among the most exciting and diverse entertainment facilities on the globe.

THIS IS A FIXED TERM CONTRACT POSTION TO COVER PARENTAL LEAVE

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Live Broadcast Operations, this position is responsible for the setup and live operation of broadcast equipment, for one of the following disciplines with a focus on Graphics: Audio, Camera, Graphics, Record/Playback and includes operation of the following equipment depending on the discipline: audio mixers and supporting audio equipment; digital video player/recorders (VTR) and supporting equipment; character generators and graphics systems; cameras and supporting camera equipment for the production of television programming, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and consistency in delivery of the broadcast product.

Job Responsibilities

• Operation of the corresponding equipment attached to their discipline
• Broadcast Operator – Camera: live camera operations, camera setup, shooting, studio equipment setup and operation
• Broadcast Operator – Audio: audio equipment setup (microphones etc.), audio mixing and control and virtual graphics execution
• Broadcast Operator – Graphics: live graphics creation and execution, graphics data entry and graphics programming
• Broadcast Operator – Record/Playback: record/playback machine operation, organizing video, meta data entry, LED board content management
• Operation of digital video recording and playback equipment as directed by production staff
• Video/audio router operation
• Intercom operation
• Timely routing, playback and record of video and audio signals
• Monitoring of incoming audio and video sources and ensuring proper signal quality and timing
• Video archive retrieval and storage input, including accurate data entry
• Operation of LED screen controls for graphics and video playback
• Operation of character generator and graphics equipment as directed by production staff
• Accurate data entry, formatting and playback
• Monitoring and control of manual and automatic on-screen data display systems
• Graphic and animation input and playback
• Understanding these roles requires a concentrated mental effort
  
  

Qualifications

• General knowledge of television production
• Advanced knowledge of broadcast equipment operation
• General knowledge of horse racing and how it applies in a broadcast environment
• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in television production, or equivalent experience, and production experience in a live broadcast show environment, control room and/or field production setting
• Volunteer or paid work experience with: a network or cable outlet, league or team broadcast or production unit or any video production team
• Live to air broadcast decision making on-the-fly
• Ability to react with accurate decision making to instant/immediate live to air issues and problems and adjust immediately and accordingly, taking immediate direction from the producer/director
• As the live to air expert of their position, the judgement and responsibility to solve a problem begins with them and it’s their decision whether to elevate the issue at hand
• Camera – having a creative eye for composition, lighting and depth
• Audio – creative usage of music and sound effects where required
• Graphics – need to be extremely creative for certain custom graphics and have an eye for composition, font, position and colour
• Record/Playback – need to be creative when cueing certain playbacks and stringing them together alongd with creative thinking around organization of video to be played back
  
  

Reason for Vacancy: Temporary contract role to cover parental leave

Pay: The target hiring salary range for this position is $48,000 - $52,500 annualy and pro-rated to the length of the contract period . This range is not a guarantee of compensation. Final placement within the range depends on factors such as internal equity, market conditions, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Be Yourself.

We believe differences should be valued and celebrated. By building diverse and inclusive teams, we strive to provide a more authentic and empowering work experience that unlocks the potential of our people. Regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, we believe everyone has the right to express their ideas, ambitions, and pursue their goals with confidence and integrity. Diversity breeds innovation. We want people to think differently. Our commitment is to build a culture that welcomes everyone and leverages their unique perspectives to be a great entertainment company that shares the thrill of horseracing experiences with the world.

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