Camera Operator

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Entain Australia and New Zealand are committed to delivering outstanding and unforgettable customer experiences across the racing and wagering industry. Our Outside Broadcast fleet is responsible for filming live race day activities, playing a crucial role in the successful production of our visual content. We are now seeking a Camera Operator to join our Christchurch team on a part time basis.

Our Camera Operators are vital contributors to the success of our live race day activities. Their technical skills, proactive nature, and ability to work under varying conditions make our Camera Operators indispensable in the creation of our visual media. From day one, you'll be immersed in the dynamic and thrilling pace of the horseracing and broadcasting industry. You'll deliver thorough and high-quality outside broadcast camera coverage of NZ thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound racing, ensuring an exceptional broadcast which consistently enhances the customer experience.

Entain will proudly immerse you in the world of horseracing, sport, and wagering. Therefore we would like to ask that you please include a Cover Letter with your application, outlining your interest in this industry. This is your opportunity to showcase your interest in horseracing, sport, and wagering and to help give us insight into your enthusiasm and suitability for the role.

Where and how you can work...

We have offices across New Zealand and Australia, including Auckland, Wellington, and Hamilton. This position is based in Christchurch with a focus on field based work, where it all happens!

This is a part time position reaching approximately 40 hours per fortnight. However given how busy we can be over the Spring and Summer period you could be experiencing more opportunities to work. You'll need to be flexible across the week in line with team rosters and the racing calendar, including weekdays, weekends, some public holidays, and possible late nights.

Your day-to-day...

• From our Christchurch base, you'll drive vehicles and equipment to and from race tracks.
• Collaborate with the team to move equipment to the race track for events, and return once completed.
• Assemble, prepare, set up, and test cameras and other equipment, ensuring communications are tested.
• Efficiently report issues to the Director and/or technical staff and assist technical staff with resolving issues.
• Perform basic maintenance checks on equipment at the conclusion of a race day, escalating equipment issues to the Technical team.
• Follow camera instructions from the Director on framing shots and maneuvering the camera throughout the broadcast.
• Transforms the Director’s instructions into precisely framed and composed shots to vividly capture the on-track action.
• Coordinate closely with the Outside Broadcast team to ensure a flawless broadcast.

You're a match if you ideally have...

• A strong work ethic, proactive mindset, and drive to learn and immerse yourself in the industry.
• Experience with live events and a solid understanding of camera operations would be advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Film, Television, and Journalism, would be highly regarded.
• Effective problem solving skills, paired with clear and constructive communication skills.
• A collaborative nature who excels in a team environment, balanced with the ambition for autonomy and accountability.
• An attentive attitude and ability to maintain focus for extended periods.
• A full driver's license is essential, and further licensing permitting heavy truck driving would be advantageous.
• Physical fitness and feel comfortable with lifting and carrying heavy camera equipment.

Who are we?

At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences.

We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella – our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike. Through Entain Venues, our venue partners offer non-stop entertainment through our line-up of brands from the Australian Poker League and SportsPick to the challenges of InnQUIZitive and many more. 

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports.

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As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values, celebrates and respects individual differences, so whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion, or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work. Our diverse internal networks provide support for you to express your views and make a positive difference.

For more information, please reach out to us at careers@entaingroup.com.au or hit apply now.