Audio Guarantee Engineer

You will be instrumental in maintaining high standards from the planning stages through to transmission. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining complex broadcast sound systems on site, ensuring that a high-fidelity Broadcast product is delivered to strict deadlines. 

We offer a competitive salary based upon your experience, expenses, paid annual leave, pension, and after a set period, membership of a Private Health Scheme.

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Working location: High Wycombe

Weekly hours: 240 days per year, variable working hours 

Reporting to: Head of Audio

Role type: Full-time, permanent

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WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Configuring, maintaining, and operating digital audio consoles
• Programming and operation of video and audio routing systems, embedders, and Dolby encoders
• Co-ordination of all talkback communications on site
• Specifying audio equipment and crewing levels for productions, recommending appropriate microphones and their placement. Audio mixing as required.

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All employees are expected to contribute and participate in work activities in line with our management system to ensure the continual improvement of our business.

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THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF YOU

• A minimum of 3 years sound engineering experience in a live television environment, preferably in outside broadcasts
• Demonstrable experience of digital sound consoles, in particular Calrec mixers.
• Thorough knowledge of multichannel sound processing and encoding
• Extensive experience of configuring intercom systems, in particular Telex and Riedel.
• Programming and installation of RF base stations and radios, and an understanding of licensing procedures
• Working knowledge of ISDN and telephony, 2-wire systems and VOIP.
• Conversant with network and IP protocols
• An understanding of different video formats and their implications on audio processing
• Demonstrate Trust by acting with integrity, accountability, and transparency
• Promote Collaboration by working effectively across teams and sharing knowledge
• Support Innovation by contributing ideas and continuously improving ways of working.

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Due to the nature of our industry this role will require both national and international travel and regular weekend working. A valid UK driving licence is also essential.