Multi-Skilled Operator Job descriptionJob Title:Multi-Skilled OperatorReporting to:DirectorWorking Hours:Full time 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (Flexibility required to work weekends, bank holidays and additional hours)Salary:Competitive based on knowledge, skills & experienceCompany:Islam Channel (Urdu) Ltd.Location: Head Office – IG2 7BS The ideal candidate a talented and experienced Multi Skilled Operator to join the team on a rotating shift pattern.
The ideal applicant will be hard-working, conscientious, and diligent with excellent communication skills and an ability to work efficiently making the best use of the resources available. The RoleStrong knowledge and understanding of broadcast systems and technologySetting up and operating a variety of cameras, from DSLRs to professional studio camerasKnowledge of lighting techniques for both studio and location work, with the ability to set up necessary grip equipment and operate lighting controllersVision mixing live broadcasts, preferably with experience of using NewTek Tricasters or similaroperates sound mixing and dubbing equipment to obtain desired mix, level and balance of sound.Ability to work effectively under pressure and adhere to strict deadlinesTo conduct risk assessment and be aware of health and safety issuesTo check operation and positioning of projectors, vision and sound recording equipment, and mixing and dubbing equipment; Skills:Good knowledge of tapeless production workflows, broadcast equipment and systems including, but not limited to, cameras, sound, vision, lighting, graphics, post-production, media management, MCR and PlayoutEnthusiastic and self-motivated, able to prioritise a daily workload, and to meet deadlines both individually, and as part of a teamAble to react tactfully and sympathetically to requests from production staff and to refer upwards for guidance if neededA good communicator who can remain calm under pressure and work well within a multifunctional team Qualifications:A degree, HND (higher national diploma) or vocational qualification in a subject such as sound technology, sound engineering, physics, electrical engineering or media production, will be particularly valuable but is not essential for the role. Experience:Minimum 3 year's experience in a multi-skilled technical operations role, or significant experience in at least one field of technical operation