Eng Cameraman

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

The title

ENG Cameraman

Location

Doha, Qatar

Hours

Full Time

Contract

Contract

Salary

Competitive

Posted date

06/01/22

Closing date

06/03/22

**Purpose**:
The responsibility of the ENG Cameraman is to assemble, prepare and set up the camera and associated equipment prior to filming, find and manage technical problems, repair and maintain associated equipment.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Assembling, preparing and setting up equipment prior to filming, which may include tripods, monitors, lighting, cables and leads, and headphones.
- Offering advice on how best to shoot a scene, explaining the visual impact created by particular shots.
- Digitally cutting the files to put together the sequence of the film
- Planning shots to avoid multiple takes (if on an OB).
- Able to work on his own initiative under command.
- Practising the camera moves required for pre-arranged shots.
- Finding solutions to technical or other practical problems.
- Being prepared to innovate and experiment with ideas.
- Working quickly, and efficiently.
- Keeping up to date with filming methods and equipment.
- Repairing and maintaining equipment.
- Liaising with lighting and technical staff.
- Creatively framing and capturing action.
- Responsible to perform under pressure in a Live news environment.
- Overseeing the quality and progress of audio and video engineering and editing
- Any other relevant duties assigned by the line manager.

**Key Skills**:

- A good sense of visual composition, perspective and movement
- Ability to collaborate, and to work as part of a team
- Ability to carry out instructions with great accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to frame and compose shots and perform camera moves with precision and speed
- In-depth knowledge of the principles of camera work
- Knowledge of the relevant electronics
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomatic skills
- Good colour vision, and excellent hand-to-eye co-ordination
- Physical stamina for working long hours and moving heavy equipment
- Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures
- knowledge and experience in using Adobe Premiere
- Responding quickly to directions.
- Ability to perform under pressure in a Live news environment

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- More than 2 years experience in relevant field
- Degree in relevant field

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract