Position Summary:
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Move quickly and accurately under pressure in a fast-paced broadcast environment
- Work with on-air talent with different speech patterns
- Collaborate with the technical team and editorial personnel
- Understand the flow and composition of a live news broadcast
- Operate the teleprompter during live and taped events
- Ensure the teleprompter system is in working condition before on air the program
Required Education & Experience:
- Familiarity with the dynamics of a live studio environment
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
- Ability to work in highly distracting settings and under considerable pressure
- Willingness to work weekends, overnights, early mornings and holidays