Job Description

Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.Our culture and our people are what make us, US.We have a passion to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to be part of people's lives. Our award-winning culture is an expression of who we are, what we do, and how we thrive. Our values describe our culture in action. They outline how we achieve our goals, work together, engage with partners, and interact in our communities. At Corus, we Win Together, Think Beyond, Make it Happen, Learn Every Day and Show We Care.Ready to join US?Division: Global EdmontonWork Status: Temporary Contract (3-Month Contract)Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Hybrid)About the Role:Global Edmonton, a division of Corus Entertainment, is seeking a skilled and results-oriented EFP Camera/Audio Operator to join our award-winning Creative Services team. This role reports to the Senior Manager and offers the chance to work in a collaborative and innovative environment, contributing to exceptional creative projects for our clients.As part of Edmontonxe2x80x99s premier in-house production center, youxe2x80x99ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic team committed to excellence in storytelling and production. This is a Group F position under the current collective agreement.You will contribute by:The following is an outline of some but not all the primary functions and responsibilities for the position of EFP Camera / Audio:

• Operating camera, audio, or lighting gear for commercial and client productions as required. Including but not limited to taking directions from director and ensuring sufficient coverage of shots for the scripts provided; setting up shots & executing camera moves; setting up and/or supervising the lighting to ensure subjects are lit appropriate to the creative vision; managing microphones, sound capture, operating audio board; anticipating surrounding noise and providing creative solutions with sound techniques.
• Keeping up to date with commercial and client filming methods and equipment.
• Ensuring all the Creative Services production gear is in working order with regular professional maintenance, including but not limited to production gear and production vehicles to ensure in working order.
• Assisting Manager of Creative Services with capital planning for production gear, ongoing upkeep and maintenance of production kits & expendables.
• Working with Creative Services Manager and Supervisor in managing, operating and maintaining Edmonton Studio 2 facility.
• Providing creative direction for color timing to post-production team.
• Finding solutions to technical or other practical problems.
• Multi-tasking in a live and fluid environment with skill in creative framing, following camera scripting and capturing unforeseen action.
• Exhibiting the interpersonal skills required to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, within various departments and with clients.
• Actively participating in brainstorming visual direction with the production team & director; providing relevant visual references to the director; lighting plots & shot lists as required; determining equipment requirements and sourcing & prep of gear for the production; camera/audio/lighting tests as required; consulting with post-production team to ensure that production plan will cut together, and technical aspects are considered.
• Willingness to be over prepared, practicing the camera moves required for pre-arranged shots.
• Being prepared to innovate and experiment with ideas and new equipment.
• Participating in or helping the Creative Services Manager / Supervisor when required in maintaining the EFP Production calendar.
• Working in a high-pressure fast-paced environment, usually with tight and changing deadlines.
• Meeting all internal and external file requirements for broadcast and non-broadcast.
• Windows, Outlook, Excel, and other programs and platforms.
• Tracking and managing expenses.
• Being accountable for keeping to budgets.
• Lifting to 75 pounds, bending, squatting, standing and moving.
• Traveling (including internationally) as needed, sometimes on short notice.
• Other duties as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

• Minimum of 8 years of EFP Camera Audio Operator experience in commercial and client video production from a commercial/media agency environment.
• Minimum of 8 years commercial and film audio technology, including multiple microphones, sound reduction techniques, audio monitoring, multi-channel portable audio system, and other complicated audio set ups.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with cinematic and film lighting techniques used in commercial and client production settings (ambient, soft, bounce, fill, etc.)
• Minimum 8 yearsxe2x80x99 experience with GoPro, Canon C300 Mark I & II.
• Minimum 8 yearsxe2x80x99 experience lighting and filming with chroma key and with various backgrounds.
• Minimum 3 yearsxe2x80x99 experience operating a Steadicam and operating a camera with a Dolly.
• A solid understanding of video formats and resolutions (HD to 8K), color temperature.
• Proven experience taking direction from DOP, Commercial Writer/Producer/Director.
• Proven experience in client facing commercial productions.
• Proven client services communication skills.
• Proven experience in filming in studio, on-location and multi-locations.
• A solid understanding of Adobe Creative Cloud specifically Adobe Premiere Pro.
• A proven ability to conceptualize abstract concepts & marketing messages while guiding the visual storytelling process.
• The proven ability to meet concurrent and conflicting deadlines.
• The proven ability to adapt to and suggest solutions within uncertain shifting production parameters and client requirements.
• A team player with strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills both verbal and written, a positive can-do attitude, and a client service orientation.
• The ability to inspire and support fellow co-workers to own their work and deliver results.

• A motivation to go beyond, and willingness to continually learn, source and research new production gear, as well as production, & post-production methodologies.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Valid Passport required.
• Valid Driverxe2x80x99s License is required along with a clean driverxe2x80x99s abstract.

Application Deadline: January 6, 2025Every day, we work hard to become an even more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that supports the well-being of our people and makes a positive difference in our communities. Want to learn more? Have a look at our and for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility.We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada.We are committed to providing an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities. Please let your recruiter or the hiring manager know if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or email us in confidence at .How to Apply: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now'.*No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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