Bloomberg LP has built a significant media business spanning television, digital, magazine, radio and live event platforms across the globe. In the midst of a historic time in the media industry, Bloomberg Media is growing its global footprint and reach through new innovations from QuickTake to New Economy to our rapidly growing consumer subscription business.
 
Bloomberg Media Group is seeking a combined freelance Prompter and Sliding Break Operator at our World Headquarters in New York City. The candidate will operate the teleprompter and sliding break PC 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.
 
A sliding break operator's main responsibility is to keep the time for the show. The candidate is responsible for rolling the soft commercial breaks during LIVE broadcasts. The candidate should be able to do basic time mathematics and calculate in and out block times on the fly.
 
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
•  Operate the sliding break pc during live events
•  Work with on-air talent with different speech patterns
• Ensure the teleprompter system is in working condition before the program is on air
• Ensure the sliding pc is in working condition before the program is on air
•  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

YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE:

•  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 if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know that the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at: https://www.bloomberg.com/company/careers/working-here/media/?tactic-page=588594
 
Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
 
Bloomberg is a disability inclusive employer. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email amer_recruit@bloomberg.net.

Salary Range: 30 - 30 USD Hourly