Steadicam Operator - Contract

Steadicam Operator - Contract

Location
New York

Business Area
News and Media

Ref #
10046300

Description & Requirements

Bloomberg Media is looking for a Steadicam Operator to join our live broadcast operations team and help bring Bloomberg Surveillance to life every day. We need someone with the technical knowledge, physical endurance, and creative instincts to deliver smooth, dynamic shots that elevate the look and feel of live broadcast.

In this role, you'll be part of the studio crew, working shoulder-to-shoulder with the technical director, stage manager, and control room staff to execute clean blocking, hit marks, and adapt to real-time changes in a fast-paced, live broadcast environment. Utilizing fluid movement to precise framing on talent, your work will help drive the storytelling and energy of our show.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Operate Steadicam during a three-hour daily live program, delivering stable, cinematic camera movement under breaking-news pressure.
• Work closely with the director and stage manager to execute live shot choreography, from walk-ons to transitions.
• React instantly to changes in the rundown, live cues, and on-the-fly direction from the control room.
• Frame talent consistently, keep composition clean, and anticipate editorial needs in the moment.
• Partner with engineering, production, and editorial staff to ensure seamless integration of camera moves with graphics, lighting, and control room direction.
• Keep it broadcast-ready: Troubleshoot gear issues, communicate with Ops Leads, and ensure all shots meet Bloomberg's technical and aesthetic standards.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree or 1+ year of hands-on experience in live television production.
• Proven Steadicam experience in a studio or live broadcast environment (owning a vest is a plus, not a requirement).
• Strong knowledge of camera blocking, framing, and live studio floor operations.
• Familiarity with RTS beltpack systems and intercom communication.
• Ability to read and follow rundowns while adjusting instantly to director's calls.
• Physical stamina to operate Steadicam rigs for extended broadcasts.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and attention to detail under live conditions.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

At Bloomberg Media, precision and speed are everything. Our newsroom thrives on breaking stories, and our broadcast operations team ensures those stories look world-class on air. As a Steadicam Operator, you'll be at the center of the action - collaborating with award-winning journalists, technical experts, and production crews to shape the visual language of live news.

If you're passionate about camera work, thrive in high-pressure environments, and love the art of live television, we want you on our team. Apply today and help us capture the moments that move markets and shape the world.

Bloomberg is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Salary Range = 120 - 150 USD Hourly

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.