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# Seasonal Part-Time V1/Shading Operator at The National Football League

- **Company:** The National Football League
- **Location:** Inglewood California, United States
- **Compensation:** $78/hr
- **Posted:** 2026-06-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/nflcareers/jobs/5281443008

## Job description

NFL Media Technical Operations is seeking a part-time Video Operator to lead in-studio and remote camera shading for live and pre-recorded news and sports productions across all platforms. This role is responsible for ensuring consistent, high-quality visual output across all camera feeds by managing real-time shading, color correction, and signal integrity.

The Video Operator serves as a critical technical resource within the control room and engineering ecosystem, partnering with Technical Directors, Engineering, and production teams to deliver a seamless, broadcast-ready product in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

## Responsibilities

- Perform real-time shading of multiple camera sources during live and recorded productions, ensuring consistent color, exposure, and visual quality
- Configure and manage camera shading systems, including Sony broadcast camera chains, CCUs, and RCPs
- Adjust iris, gamma, black levels, and color balance across multiple camera feeds to maintain a cohesive on-air look
- Color correct inbound video feeds using Selenio Network Processor Manager to ensure broadcast quality and consistency
- Manage video signal routing for shading and production workflows using Imagine Magellan Control systems
- Monitor and troubleshoot video signals using waveform monitors, vectorscopes, and diagnostic tools to maintain broadcast standards
- Collaborate with Technical Directors, Engineering, and production staff to support the creative and technical execution of productions
- Support setup, calibration, and testing of cameras, shading systems, and video infrastructure for studio and remote productions
- Adjust shading dynamically based on changing lighting conditions, production requirements, or environmental factors
- Operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, adapting quickly to real-time production changes and technical challenges
- Support advanced production environments, including robotic camera systems (Panasonic, Telemetrics), Ultimatte systems, and OLED display integrations

Required Qualifications

- 5–10+ years of experience in camera shading or broadcast video operations in studio and/or remote production environments
- Extensive experience with Sony broadcast camera systems, including studio and ENG configurations
- Experience shading, color correcting, and routing video using frame synchronizers and production systems (e.g., Imagine, Cobalt)
- Strong understanding of broadcast video formats, including 1080p, 1080i, and 720p
- Working knowledge of SMPTE 2110 or IP-based video workflows

## Preferred Experience

- Experience working in live sports or fast-paced broadcast production environments
- Experience with automated and robotic camera systems (Panasonic, Telemetrics)
- Familiarity with Ultimatte compositing systems and virtual production workflows
- Experience working with OLED walls and large-format display environments
- Knowledge of HDR and emerging broadcast technologies

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

- Exceptional attention to detail with a strong eye for color accuracy and visual consistency
- Ability to remain calm and make precise technical adjustments under pressure in live broadcast environments
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across control room, engineering, and production teams
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple camera feeds and priorities simultaneously
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot complex video and signal issues in real time
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to work independently or within a team environment

Physical Demands

- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as required for production setup and support

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

- Schedule driven by production needs, including live broadcasts and events
- Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- This is a part-time position based on operational requirements up to 29 hours per week
- Seasonal employment up to 7 months

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Salary $77.91—$77.91 USD

## Benefits Information

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: [NFL BENEFITS](https://www.nfl.com/careers/benefits)

At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

## WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

- Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
- Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
- Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
- Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

- Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
- Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
- Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
- Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
- Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
- Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

## WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

- Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
- Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
- Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
- Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset

## About The National Football League

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The National Football League (NFL) is the premier professional American football league, operating as a 32-team membership organization that delivers the world’s most-watched sports entertainment.
- **Entity Type**: Private (league office; owned by the member clubs)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1920
- **Founders**: Not individually listed (league formed by 11 original member clubs)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Spectator Sports / Sports Entertainment
- **Target customers**: B2C (fans, attendees), B2B (media networks, sponsors, licensees, international partners)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To unite people and inspire communities” [nfl.com/careers](https://www.nfl.com/careers/)

## Products & Services
- **NFL Games & Events**: Professional American football season culminating in the Super Bowl – the world’s largest annual sporting event.
- **NFL Media**: Includes NFL Network, NFL RedZone, NFL.com, and the NFL app – delivering live games, highlights, analysis, and original programming.
- **NFL Films**: Emmy Award‑winning production company that creates documentaries, game films, and creative content.
- **NFL Shop**: Official retail platform for licensed merchandise, apparel, and memorabilia.
- **International Properties**: League‑sanctioned games abroad (e.g., NFL International Series), fan events, and media distribution in 50+ countries.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of **$12.0 B** (2024/2025 estimate) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-football-league)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Major sponsors include PepsiCo, Verizon, Nike, Anheuser‑Busch, and Amazon (broadcasting rights); no external equity investors (member‑owned).
- **Growth Signals**: +12% YoY headcount growth (3,671 employees), expansion into new international markets (UK, Germany, Mexico, Canada, Australia), record media rights deals, and continued Super Bowl global reach [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-football-league).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Unmatched Brand & Loyalty**: The NFL is the most popular sports league in the U.S., with 32 iconic franchise brands and a fan base that drives massive TV ratings and attendance.
- **Revenue‑Sharing Model**: Member clubs share national revenue equally, ensuring competitive balance and financial stability across the league.
- **Media Rights Dominance**: Long‑term, multi‑billion‑dollar broadcast agreements with NBC, CBS, Fox, ESPN, Amazon, and international partners.
- **Vertical Integration**: Control over game production (NFL Films), in‑house media (NFL Network), and direct‑to‑consumer digital platforms.

## Strategic Focus
- **International Growth**: Expand regular‑season games and fan engagement in Europe, Latin America, and Asia; build international fan communities.
- **Digital & Streaming Innovation**: Enhance NFL+ subscription service, leverage new media rights (e.g., Amazon Thursday Night Football), and invest in digital content.
- **Fan Experience Modernization**: Stadium technology, mobile ticketing, and personalized digital fan platforms.
- **Player Health & Safety**: Continued investment in equipment innovation, rule changes, and medical research.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: The NFL emphasizes teamwork, integrity, respect, resilience, and responsibility to the team and community. Leadership attributes include “Know our business,” “Inspire,” “Think Big,” “Build Talent,” “Execute,” and “Live Our Values” [nfl.com/careers](https://www.nfl.com/careers/).
- **Workplace Policy**: In‑person required at designated NFL offices (New York City, Inglewood CA, Mt. Laurel NJ, and international hubs). The league believes “teamwork and collaboration are best fostered within our physical office spaces” [nfl.com/careers](https://www.nfl.com/careers/).
- **Benefits & Perks** [nfl.com/careers/benefits](https://www.nfl.com/careers/benefits):
  - Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans; flexible spending accounts.
  - Family: Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, family‑forming benefits, backup care, pet insurance.
  - Retirement: Pension plan and 401(k) with employer match.
  - Vacation: 15 vacation days, 13 paid holidays, plus wellness days and personal days.
  - Wellness: 50% reimbursement for gym memberships/studio classes, on‑site fitness facilities at select offices.
  - Education: 100% tuition reimbursement up to $10,000/year for job‑related courses.
  - Perks: Employee discounts on NFL Shop and partner offers, access to Super Bowl and special events.
- **Employee Reviews**: On Indeed, the NFL receives generally positive reviews for its benefits, mission, and prestige, though some note high expectations and in‑person requirements (average rating ~4.0/5) [indeed.com](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/National-Football-League/reviews).

## Sources
1. [nfl.com/careers](https://www.nfl.com/careers/)
2. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/nflcareers](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/nflcareers)
3. [nfl.com/careers/benefits](https://www.nfl.com/careers/benefits)
4. [linkedin.com/company/national-football-league](https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-football-league)
5. [indeed.com/cmp/National-Football-League/reviews](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/National-Football-League/reviews)

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