Crypto.com Arena is hiring a

Camera Operator (Crypto.com Arena)

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.
About Crypto.com Arena
Since its November 1999 Grand Opening, the AEG owned, and operated Crypto.com Arena has set industry standards for world-class sports and entertainment events and an unrivaled commitment to delivering to its fans best-in-class quality of service and a guest experience second to none. As the home of four professional sports franchises – the NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers, the NHL’s LA Kings and the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks – the downtown Los Angeles arena has proven to be a home court advantage for the local teams who have earned nine championships since moving to the L.A. LIVE adjacent venue. For more than 23 years, the iconic sports and entertainment showplace has continued to distinguish itself as the host of numerous major, high-profile events of national and international distinction including the 2004, 2011 & 2018 NBA All-Star Games, 2002 & 2017 NHL All-Star Games, 2000 Democratic National Convention, 2009 World Figure Skating Championships and 20 of the last 22 GRAMMY Awards shows. Crypto.com Arena has also been marked with performances and special events that brought international stature to the award-winning venue including concerts starring Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Prince, U2, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Usher, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Keith Urban, Roger Waters, Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Kendrick Lamar, Michael Bublé, Carrie Underwood and Justin Timberlake, as well as world championship boxing, family shows and special events.
Job Summary
The Camera Operator will provide live video for Crypto.com Arena, Microsoft Theater and LA Live Campus venues and events.
Essential Functions

• Operate shoulder and/or fix lens camera during the show. Closely follow the action as requested, keeping picture in focus, and report any problems to the director or camera control operator.[Depending on the type of position for camera, this may involve lifting a heavy camera up and onto the shoulder to shoot video. Also, some handheld camera work requires both shoulder mount and sitting cross-legged on the floor of the basketball court while shooting the action.]
• Setup and test equipment, properly using Triax cable system. Cables are plugged into the proper media panels located around the arena. Power for the camera is sent down the triax cable and testing all of the Ikegami camera functions including white balance, focus and zoom control are required before the first rehearsal. All testing is coordinated with the camera control system and communication is done through the headset connected directly to the camera.
• Focus and video events using the mounted camera.

Required Qualifications (Job Knowledge, Skills, And Education)

• A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalency (BA/BS Degree Preferred)
• A minimum of 2-4 years of related work experience with High School Diploma or its equivalency (BA/BS Degree Preferred
• Knowledge of the proper use and setup of the Ikagami and or Panasonic camera systems
• Knowledge of the proper use of Triax cable and how to connect to both the camera and the media panel
• Able to work in front of very large crowds
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to adapt to sudden changes in requests for shots and positioning of camera
• Must be a very organized and work well under pressure
• Must work well in a team environment
• Ability to work in various climates based on the environment
• Ability to demonstrate dependability and reliability by being punctual, working assigned and varying shifts, and completing responsibilities in a timely manner are required
• Must be able to lift and hold on shoulder up to 30 lbs. while seated on the ground
• Must have the ability to stand, sit, crouch, and bend throughout the course of daily activities
• Must have the ability to stand or sit in one location for a minimum of six hours at a time
• Must have a flexible schedule, with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Preferred Qualifications (if Applicable)

• Live sporting event shooting experience is preferred
• Ice skating experience a plus

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.
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