Summary

EVS Playback operator is expected to Execute playback to air functions using EVS IP Director during live and pre-recorded show production. Curate preproduced elements to recue, organize show content using an ENPS Rundown, effectively communicate with Edit Coordinators, Producers, AD’s & Directors while accurately cueing and playing tape elements in fast paced, high pressure live situations.

EVS LSM Operator will be required to perform fundamental and advanced EVS Operations using LSM Via. Support Live Production building highlight playlist packages, clip and element playback, quick turnaround editing of sound bites, interviews, preproduced segments and executing segment fixes. Work and communicate effectively with others in fast paced, high pressure situations

Essential Functions

Expert knowledge of EVS & IP Director basic and advanced system operations
Strong Interpersonal & Communication skills
Strong Organization skills
Detail Oriented
An eye for quality footage & content accuracy
Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment
Ability to Produce the Position
Ability to handle high pressure live situations with late content changes or producing “on the fly” during breaking news
Capable of immediate turnaround of inbound feeds, one plays and sound bites
Self Motivated and able to produce the position

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
3-5 Years of Playback in Live Sports Television Production
EVS IP Director & LSM Certification
Overall knowledge of EVS Systems including IP Director, IP Web, XS, AB Roll playout module & LSM)
High Football IQ
Basic understanding of file-based workflow
Basic understanding of routing

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

Strong work ethic with a positive attitude willing to adjust on the fly
Works well with others but able to work independently

Physical Demands

During busier production events, long periods of sitting are required for 3 hour blocks on air without relief
Willing to work early morning, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holiday shifts

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Expected Hours of Work

Freelance Operators schedules based on Production Needs
Seasonal / 7-month role
The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice, while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success.
The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Seasonal EVS Operator

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