Technical Operative

Job Purpose: In this role you will be using your technical operations skills in a studio and live playout environment to support the production and delivery of broadcast content for the Create & Craft and Craft Extra television channels.,

• Scheduling shows on automated playout software to ensure continuity of 24/7 broadcasting.


• Rig and derig technical equipment in a safe manner as directed to support production requirements.


• Prepare the studio for use, before and during live hours.


• Sound mixing and assisting the presenters and guests with their microphones.


• Operate technical equipment in the production of live and occasional pre-recorded studio content as required.


• Clean and maintain equipment.


• First line technical support to studios and galleries.


• Report/escalate technical issues in a timely manner so that problems are addressed quickly and with minimal impact on the output.


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with other teams to ensure effective delivery of requests for broadcast.


• Attend production meetings when requested.


• Shoot and edit VT/record voice overs when requested.


• Comply with all Health and Safety policies and promote a positive safety culture.


• Ad-hoc Vision Mixing and Floor Managing will be required at the request of TV Management in any emergency situations that may arise.
  
  Enthusiastic and self-motivated.


• An understanding of video and audio standards.


• Working knowledge of lighting control.


• Knowledge of microphone techniques and basic sound mixing.


• An understanding of studio and gallery procedures and the TV infrastructure.


• Be a good team player.


• Good communication skills.


• Work well under pressure.


Desired skills:

• Previous experience in a technical operations or transmission/MCR based role.


• Working knowledge of lighting/sound/vision


• Previous experience in a technical support-based role.


• Basic vision mixing ability is advantageous.


• Experience with Adobe Premiere/Photoshop/Audit
  
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


Pay: £24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events


• Company pension


• Employee discount


• On-site parking


• Private dental insurance


Schedule:

• 12 hour shift


Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)