JOB TITLE: Gaffer Seasonal
ABOUT THE ROLE \& TEAM:
TelevisaUnivision is looking for a Seasonal Gaffer to join the Production Operations team.
The candidate will help our local productions technical operations team to achieve quality and success through their work in lighting for live television production.
ABOUT YOU:
You are an enthusiastic self\-starter who loves working with data, is detail oriented, and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment. You have some experience working in a data entry or administrative role.
YOUR DAY\-DAY:
- Coordinating with other departments to ensure that lighting design requirements are met
- Reviewing plans for lighting setups
- Overseeing the installation of lighting equipment, including light stands, diffusers, reflectors,bulbs, and electrical components
- Ensuring that the crew has adequate supplies of gaffer tape, clamps, extension cords, and otherequipment necessary for set up and tear down venue
- Working with the executive producer to establish the required lighting effects look and feel for show
- Supervising other members of the lighting crew, including electricians, grips, and cameraoperators
- Provide immediate solutions in the event of equipment or other lighting problems
- Degree or equivalent work experience.•4\+ years of audio experience in a live television production environment•Strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology.•Electrical skills: work with electrical equipment and machinery, good understanding of electricalsystems and how to safely work with them.•Experience troubleshooting problems with electrical equipment and machinery.•Communication skills; ability to communicate with other gaffers, production assistants, directorsand other crew members.
YOU HAVE:
TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.