Studio Director
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JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: x1 Permanent Full-time. X1 6 Month FTC Full-time
DEPARTMENT: Media Operations
LOCATION: Salford office based.
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 32000 - 42000 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Studio Directors are a key part of Media Operations and youll be joining a team of highly skilled and creative people working 24/7 365 days of the year at the heart of BBC News and Sport working closely with editorial teams to provide high quality content on 5 live Radio 4 and the World Service.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
If you are interested in the Technical and Operational side of radio - we are looking for Studio Directors to join our BBC Media Operations team in MediaCity UK in Salford.
BBC MediaOperations is at the heart of delivering incredible content across all our platforms for all audiences. Comprising around nine hundred people it manages the craft and production operations for the BBCs news radio and sport services across London Salford and Birmingham - capturing editing and producing output 24x7 for TV radio and online.
Our team are experts in their field with exceptional technical operational and production creativity at their heart. Working closely together with our editorial colleagues we co-create all content reaching millions of people across the UK and the World daily.
We offer a warm welcome with full support and foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed. We want people to really enjoy working with us and get a buzz from knowing that what they are doing is making a difference and enhancing peoples lives.
Find out more about us here
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a technical assessment and interview
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
Operate Live Broadcasts: Run mixing desks and studio equipment during live radio shows ensuring high-quality audio output with creative flair.
Overseeing high-quality audio production across a variety of projects playing a crucial role in shaping the sound landscape at the BBC ensuring that audio output meets the highest standards of excellence.
Manage Contributors: Connect and technically manage on-air guests keeping live programmes running smoothly including out-of-hours support.
Support Editorial Teams: Provide technical help beyond the studioconnecting guests troubleshooting equipment editing audio and producing podcasts.
Collaborative & Inclusive: Join a supportive team that values diversity curiosity and a passion for audio regardless of experience level.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Audio Expertise: You have hands-on experience working with sound ideally in live or radio environments.
Demonstrate a strong passion for sound and audio production and how this could be implemented in the role of Studio Director at the BBC.
Creative & Technical Vision: You bring both technical skill and creative flair to shape high-quality audio output that meets BBC standards.
Problem Solver: Youre proactive in identifying and resolving issues always looking for ways to improve operations and output.
Collaborative Team Player: You work well with others supporting colleagues and contributing creative ideas aligned with editorial goals.
If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
