Operations Manager, BBC Sport

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: D
CONTRACT TYPE: Attachment / Fixed-term Contract until March 2027 Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Sport
LOCATION: Salford - Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: up to 67400 per annum 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

The Operations Manager (Deputy Head of Sound) will support the Head of Sound and Communications in managing the increasing complexity and scale of audio operations providing leadership across all Sport Production areas (Video Audio Events Stories and Online). Youll act as deputy when required ensuring continuity and high standards across all activity. Working closely with internal teams and external partnersincluding Outside Broadcast suppliers BBC Technology Timeline Dock10 and other third-party providersyoull help shape how audio is delivered across TV radio streaming and digital platforms.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM
From the World Cup to Wimbledon and the Olympic Games BBC Sport brings the biggest sporting moments to audiences across the UK and beyond reaching millions every week across TV radio and digital platforms. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering world-class audio across BBC Sports output.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

Support the leadership and day-to-day management of the BBC Sport sound team working closely with managed service partners and outside broadcast suppliers
Act as deputy to the Head of Sound and Communications providing cover and ensuring continuity of leadership when required
Plan and deliver audio projects from major event delivery (e.g. Olympic Games World Cup Wimbledon) to workflow design and operational support
Work as an operational Sound Supervisor where required maintaining the highest artistic and technical standards across multiplatform productions
Provide expert advice and guidance to production and technical teams on sound and communications throughout the production lifecycle
Build strong working relationships with indie companies external broadcasters and suppliers aligning technical requirements and supporting effective broadcast planning
Drive innovation and continuous improvement including supporting AoIP transition trialling new technologies and enhancing workflows across evolving platforms

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Excellent knowledge of live sport audio workflows and operations
Excellent system knowledge of broadcast sound desks and communication systems including some hands-on experience.
Able to configure and support large-scale communication systems within complex broadcast environments.
Excellent communication skills and a great team player
Proven experience in live broadcast audio with the ability to operate at Sound Supervisor level when required

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.