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Prompter Operator (12-month Contract)New York, NYPosted Nov 9, 2021 - Requisition No. 97361The energy of a newsroom. The pace of a trading floor. We work hard, and we work fast — while keeping up the creativity and entrepreneurialism we're known for. It's what keeps us inventing and reinventing, all the time.Bloomberg Media Group is seeking a freelance Prompter Operator at our World Headquarters in New York City. The candidate will operate the teleprompter for our daily live broadcast.A teleprompter operator uses the teleprompter technology to scroll through scripted material. The candidate must be able to match the speed of the scrolling text to the speaking of the presenter and adjust to any improvisation of the scripts. The candidate must be able to read the text and understand the prompting cues within the scripts, as well as setup and operate the teleprompter. This position requires the individual be able to work flexible shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holiday work may be required. The candidate must be able to sit for many hours and use a hand controller scroll wheel.We'll trust you to:Operate the teleprompter during live and taped events
Work with on-air talent with different speech patterns
Ensure the teleprompter system is in working condition before on air the program
Move quickly and accurately under pressure in a fast-paced broadcast environment
Collaborate with the technical team and editorial personnel
Understand the flow and composition of a live news broadcast
What you’ll need:Bachelor's degree
Familiarity with the dynamics of a live studio environment
Willingness to work weekends, overnights, early mornings and holidays
Ability to work in highly distracting settings and under considerable pressure
Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
If this sounds like you:Apply today! We're eager to speak with you.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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