Tv Cameraperson/editor

Title:   TV CAMERAPERSON/EDITOR: BBC Arabic Service, Lebanon
Reports to: Head of Arabic Newsgathering & Planning; Middle East Bureau Chief
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Job Purpose:   To undertake filming assignments and picture editing to service the full range of television output for BBC Arabic and other BBC News departments in Lebanon.  This will include shooting and editing material for long and short form programming, outside broadcasts, online, newsgathering in the field, live or recorded, often edited in the field, to feed material back to base, utilising the latest technology.  You will advise on all aspects of filming and editing throughout the production process, and be a constant source of imaginative and realistic alternative filming and editing treatments.
Main Duties:

To be an integrated and collaborative member of production teams working in BBC Arabic, advising on available options and constraints in providing optimum camera coverage. To undertake site reconnaissance, liaison and planning of camera operations to meet the production brief.
To undertake camera assignments to a producer or director’s brief, delivering material and contributing ideas as appropriate, being aware of the different styles of programmes, and being a constant source of alternative filming treatments and techniques.
To edit and supervise operations associated with specific editing commitments, utilising off-line and/or on-line systems and other ancillary equipment as required. 
To archive video and maintain metadata according to BBC conventions.
To advise production staff on editing and related issues including the planning and preparation of production sequences during any stage of the production.
To prepare equipment prior to starting an editing session, maintaining its optimal technical performance and to recognise and report faults, taking corrective maintenance measures where necessary.
At all times to maintain professional editorial and technical standards, and to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of editing techniques and lighting and camera techniques used in both studio and location operations.
To be prepared to travel and spend periods of time away at short notice as dictated by business needs, including travel to hostile environments.
To attend and contribute to departmental and production meetings.
To contribute to the development of programme ideas.
To undertake all duties and activities in accordance with all applicable BBC Health & Safety Policies and Guidance.

Knowledge and Experience:

Have a thorough knowledge of location television camera operations and equipment, gained through considerable experience across a wide field of operations. You will be able to demonstrate a strong interest in, and proven commitment to news and current affairs, and human interest stories.
Have a thorough knowledge of, and practical experience in, lighting equipment and the principles of lighting for single camera operations, both interior and exterior.
Should have considerable editing experience, including experience gained in fast turnaround digital environments as well as crafted, long form programming, and be able to demonstrate considerable knowledge of all post production programme making techniques, especially those concerned with editing processes.
Must have experience with sound recording in a single camera shoot, using multiple channels.
Must be able to work to a brief, delivering material, often unsupervised, using BBC conventions in metadata, contributing ideas as appropriate, being aware of the different styles and techniques of the programmes.
Must be able to “feed” material in situations where a facilities engineer is not required, using a range of systems from permanent circuits to portable and vehicle-based equipment.
Ability to learn new skills and to accept direct and unambiguous feedback.
Should be able to receive briefs from programme producers and directors and translate these into detailed operational plans for filming and editing operations.
Must demonstrate editorial awareness and judgement, combined with an understanding of the editorial aims and policies of BBC Arabic.
Must have good communication skills in Arabic and English, both written and conversational, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to the production process and in programme planning and review meetings.
Must be able to work as part of a team, liaising effectively with colleagues at all levels and backgrounds.
Must be willing to travel in as required, often at short notice, and possibly to hostile environments.
Must have thorough knowledge of relevant Health and Safety guidelines and Legislation.

Competencies
Flexibility  Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Is able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organisation or job requirements
Imagination/creative thinking  Is able to transform creative ideas/impulses into practical reality; can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions
Planning and organising  Is able to think ahead in order to establish an effective and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements
Communication   The ability to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information
Managing Relationships/Teamwork  Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people; team working.  Able to receive and contribute constructive feedback in post deployment discussions.
Leadership  Ability to create a vision and inspire others to realise it irrespective of circumstance, and guide junior members of the team when necessary.