Apprenticeship Β· earn while you train Β· live UK standard from the careers engine
Apprenticeship

Broadcast and media systems technical operator

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
1.8 yr
typical
Sector
Creative and design
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Supporting the delivery of broadcast and communication services

What you'd do

Set up and test broadcast equipment before production
Operate vision mixing desks and audio consoles
Monitor and adjust signal quality during live programmes
Support outside broadcast setups on location
Ingest, label and manage media files and rushes
Respond to technical issues swiftly during live transmission
Dismantle and store equipment safely after productions

What you'd learn

Audio and video signal flow in a broadcast environment
Camera, lighting and sound equipment operation
Vision mixing and live production techniques
Playout, editing and file management workflows
Outside broadcast vehicle setup and operations
Communication and teamwork in live production
Health and safety in studios and location environments
Ready to look for a place?
See live Broadcast and media systems technical operator apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
Find vacancies
A Careermash concept Β· apprenticeship standard from our careers engine Β· vacancies via gov.uk.

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