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Bloomberg LP has built a significant media business spanning television, digital, magazine, radio and live event platforms across the globe. In the midst of a historic time in the media industry, Bloomberg Media is growing its global footprint and reach through new innovations from Originals to New Economy to our rapidly growing consumer subscription business.
Bloomberg Media Group is seeking a combined freelance Prompter and Sliding Break Operator at our World Headquarters in New York City. The candidate will operate the teleprompter and commercial break PC for our daily live broadcast. A teleprompter operator uses software in the control room 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 as well as communicate issues to management and engineering teams.
A sliding break operator's main responsibility is to keep the time for the show. The candidate is responsible for rolling the soft commercial breaks during LIVE broadcasts on multiple feeds. The candidate should be able to do basic time mathematics and calculate in and out block times on the fly.
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.
We'll trust you to: Operate the teleprompter during live and taped eventsOperate the sliding break PC during live eventsWork with on-air talent with different speech patternsEnsure the teleprompter system is in working condition before on air programmingEnsure the sliding PC is in working condition before on air programmingMove quickly and accurately under pressure in a fast-paced broadcast environmentCollaborate with the technical operations team and editorial personnelUnderstand the flow and composition of a live news broadcastCommunicate with Operations Team Leads on issues that will impact the team and broadcastsYou'll need to have: Bachelor's degreeFamiliarity with the dynamics of a live studio environmentWillingness to work weekends, overnights, early mornings and holidaysAbility to work in highly distracting settings and under considerable pressureExcellent organizational, time management and communication skillsDoes this sound like you? Apply! If we believe you're a good match we'll get in touch to let you know the next steps. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Salary Range = 25 - 35 USD Hourly
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation, [Exempt roles only], paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.