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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.