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Work at CBC/Radio-Canada
At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.
Unposting Date:
2026-09-20 11:59 PM
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced per occasion Production Camera Operator to join our crew for upcoming multi-cam, live-to-tape, and live broadcast productions. This isn't a role for beginners, we need a true broadcast professional who speaks the language of a control room, thrives under the pressure of a live tally light, and can deliver flawless, dynamic shots on demand. If you have a proven track record delivering the gold-standard quality expected by major networks we want you on our roster.
Key Responsibilities
- Live & Live-to-Tape Execution: Operate high-end broadcast cameras (F5500) in a fast-paced, multi-cam studio or remote environment.
- Direction on the Fly: Seamlessly execute complex framing, tracking, and composition changes based on real-time cues from the Director and Technical Director.
- Technical Readiness: Perform pre-show camera checks, align zoom/focus controls, manage framing, and troubleshoot basic camera configurations.
- Setup and Strike: Comfortable with running fiber, building different camera bodies, etc
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 3-5+ years of dedicated experience in multi-camera broadcast environments (Studio or Mobile).
- Network Standards: Comprehensive understanding of the technical and aesthetic standards required by major national/international broadcasters.
- Communication: Exceptional intercom/headset discipline; ability to listen to director commands while executing smooth camera movements.
- Adaptability: Ability to work irregular hours, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays based on production schedules.
Preferred Specialties
While we are seeking an exceptional all-around studio operator, heavy preference will be given to candidates with verified expertise in one or more of the following: Pedestal, Jimmy Jib & Steadicam.
What We Offer
An experienced, inclusive, and collaborative crew culture.
A high-end, professional technical environment with top-tier gear.
The opportunity to work on large-scale multi-camera productions for some of Canada’s most popular and widely viewed television shows.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume along with a link to your reel or a list of notable broadcast credits. Please specify if you specialize in Ped, Jib, or Steadicam in your subject line.
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to [email protected].
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.
Primary Location:
Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7
Work Schedule:
Part time
