Broadcast Operator

Our rich history is a big part of who we are. With historic roots dating back over 135 years, Woodbine is steeped in tradition. We have been the engine that drives the Ontario horse racing industry, creating winning experiences for all our guests.

We are also currently on an amazing 20-year journey to ‘build a city within a city’ and transform the largest privately held land in Toronto into one of Canada’s premiere entertainment destinations. This journey will unlock the value of approximately 700 acres of land, leading to job creation and the revitalization of our communities, while enhancing our ability to share the thrill of horse-racing and cementing our place as an entertainment powerhouse.

We also take care of our PEOPLE. Here are some of the things we offer:
**Full Group Benefits Plan**

**Pension**

**Paid Vacation**

**Discounts on Food**

**Ontario Attractions Discount**

**Free Parking**

**Opportunities for Advancement**

**Social Responsibility Initiatives**

We need dedicated people to join our cause. Be part of Woodbine Entertainment and get inspired to make work awesome

Our Values & Beliefs

\u007C WOW EVERY GUEST \u007C OWN IT \u007C LISTEN & CONNECT - PEOPLE MATTER \u007C FUEL THE FUN & PASS IT ON \u007C TRUST IN OUR TEAM \u007C #WE CARE \u007C PURSUE YOUR POTENTIAL \u007CBE BOLD\u007C BE ALL IN \u007C

**JOB SUMMARY**

Reporting to the Manager, Live Broadcast Operations, this position is responsible for the setup and live operation of broadcast equipment, including any or all of the following: audio mixers and supporting audio equipment; digital video player/recorders (VTR) and supporting equipment; character generators and graphics systems; cameras and supporting camera equipment for the production of television programming, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and consistency in delivery of the broadcast product. This position specifically operates in a “relief” role to the Thoroughbred Simulcast Crew to back-fill those in any of the below designated positions. This includes back-filling up to the level of the Simulcast Producer. This position is based at Woodbine but may require shifts at our Woodbine Mohawk Park location.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, AUDIO**:
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- Lead by example, to exhibit, encourage and motivate WEG’s Values and Beliefs
- Operation of audio mixer(s) and equipment as directed by production staff
- Microphone and audio source setup and operation
- Intercom operation
- Music and sound effects playback
- Monitoring of incoming audio sources and ensuring proper signal quality, signal path and timely routing to air
- Audio signal patching
- Crew assistance as required

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, VIDEO PLAYBACK & RECORD (VTR)**:

- Lead by example, to exhibit, encourage and motivate WEG’s Values and Beliefs
- Operation of digital video recording and playback equipment as directed by production staff
- Video/audio router operation
- Intercom operation
- Timely routing, playback and record of video and audio signals
- Monitoring of incoming audio and video sources and ensuring proper signal quality and timing
- Video archive retrieval and storage input, including accurate data entry
- Operation of LED screen controls for graphics and video playback
- Crew assistance as required

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, CHARACTER GENERATOR/GRAPHICS**:

- Lead by example, to exhibit, encourage and motivate WEG’s Values and Beliefs
- Operation of character generator and graphics equipment as directed by production staff
- Accurate data entry, formatting and playback
- Intercom operation
- Monitoring and control of manual and automatic on-screen data display systems
- Graphic and animation input and playback

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**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, CAMERA**:
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- Lead by example, to exhibit, encourage and motivate WEG’s Values and Beliefs
- Operation of tripod-mounted and handheld cameras as directed by production staff
- Operation of big lens cameras with handlebar controls as directed by production staff
- Framing and composition of shots
- White balance, focus and iris control to ensure quality of video signal
- Field patching and cabling
- Field microphone operation
- Operation of radio frequency (RF) transmitters, receivers and antennae

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**JOB SPECIFICATIONS**

**Knowledge**
- General knowledge of television production
- Advanced knowledge of broadcast equipment operation
- General knowledge of horse racing and how it applies in a broadcast environment

**Skills**
- General organizational skills
- General verbal and written communication skills
- General problem solving/trouble shooting skills
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, face-paced environment

**Education and Experience**
- Post-secondary diploma or certificate in television production, or equivalent experience, and production experience in a control room and/or field production setting

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**Working Conditions**
- Normal office or control room environment, with little physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, no