Camera Operator Assistant x6

MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION – EXTERNAL CIRCULAR NOTICE NO. 1 OF 2023

Ministry of Information, Communication, Science, Technology and Innovation

Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following position:

JOB TITLE: Camera Operator Assistant

GRADE: E

RESPONSIBLE TO: CAMERA OPERATOR

DEPARTMENT: LESOTHO NATIONAL BROADCASTING SERVICES-LTV

NO. OF POSITIONS: 6

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the camera operator, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining camera focus on the subject during news and programmes production, television or live events.

MAIN DUTIES

1. Reviews footage to ensure that it is of good quality for use in post-production.
2. Ensures that the camera is properly focused and exposed during filming.
3. Prepares props and sets up equipment for shoots, as directed by the director or producer.
4. Operates a video camera during filming and recording video footage.
5. Keeps track of all camera equipment during production.
6. Installs and removes equipment used during filming.
7. Determines appropriate lighting throughout the shoot.
8. Sets up the camera equipment and operate cameras during auditions, interviews, filming, or other similar events.
9. Reports all equipment problems to the Camera Operator.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to communicate effectively with other crew members and the director of the show.
• Ability to understand and follow camera scripts.
• Team player.
• Ability to think and act quickly.

JOB SPECIFICATION

• Diploma in Broadcasting – Radio and Television/ TV and Film Production/ Mass Media plus two years of relevant experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

For Work of Other

The job requires the incumbent to maintain smooth working relations with editors, news producers, programme producers and librarians.

For Property (Equipment, Materials and Finance)

The job places on the incumbent responsibility to ensure the security and safety of the studio equipment, computers and tapes in his or her custody.

For Effect of Errors

The incumbent is responsible for the errors committed by junior staff in the execution of their duties such as failure to observe safety and operational procedures, which could result in loss of property, equipment, data and software or failure to render the service.

For Safety of Others

The job places on the incumbent responsibility to enforce and ensure that proper safety and operational procedures are followed to ensure safety of personnel working under him/her.

COMPLEXITY

The incumbent has the authority to use own creativity to enhance the structure of the programmes.

PROBLEM-SOLVING

The incumbent regularly solves problems involving the field equipment, and television production sets.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The incumbent is expected to work independently under minimum supervision by the Camera Operator.

DEXTERITY

The job requires good eyesight, listening skills and mental capability to record programmes and produce live productions. It also requires the artistic resourcefulness of the individual.

CONTACTS

The job requires the incumbent to make contacts with:

• Camera Operator, during briefing sessions, reporting meetings and when seeking advice, guidance, and authority.
• News personnel, programme personnel and engineering personnel daily in the execution of duties.
• Other departments and sections for coordination of the Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology, and Innovation’s activities.
• Other utility organizations to discuss issues of mutual interest.
• Production director during briefing sessions for news and programme production.
• At times with the public to explain and disseminate information regarding issues relevant to his/her department.

EFFORT

Mental Effort

The job requires high mental effort.

Physical Effort

The job requires little physical effort.

Emotional Effort

Usually the incumbent will find himself/herself under immense pressure especially during news or live productions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Unfavorable Conditions

The incumbent may work under very cold conditions within the studios or away during field coverage.

HAZARDS

The job holder may be exposed to unprecedented attacks especially during elections or coups because of unsatisfactory electorates or stakeholders.

Applications should be made on the relevant forms G.P. 103 for first appointment, G.P.104 for serving officers accompanied by up-to-date performance appraisal forms, certified document of National Identification – ID, not passport must be addressed to:

THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

P. O. BOX 36

3rd FLOOR MOPOSO HOUSE

MASERU- 100

OR

Hand delivered to the Human Resource Office, Moposo House 3rd floor. The closing date for submission of applications is the 3rd JUNE 2023.

THAPELI TJABANE (MR)

Principal Secretary (ai)

Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovations

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