Studio Floor Manager

Floor managing in studio and or outside broadcasts/productions, Communicating all instructions from director to presenters and crew on the studio floor, either by voice or signal, Update presenters with changes in scripts while on air, Ensure all set ups required for shoot, e.g. set furniture, backdrops etc, are put in place

Responsible for presenters needs e.g. water, scripts

Maintain discipline on the floor while on air

Ensure call times are adhered to, for crew, guests, audience and artists

Ensure guests are in studio on time

Ensure guests understand studio protocol e.g. cell phones off, silence when not answering a question etc.

checking that equipment, e.g. microphones and earpieces, are working before the show;

seating the audience (if in attendance);

relaying instructions from the control room to the studio floor;

keeping the director and producer informed of action off-camera;

assisting in the planning and preparation of productions;

overseeing the work of other departments, such as lighting and props;

rehearsing live shows;

giving cues and time counts to presenters, actors or guests;

organising runners to make the best use of studio time;

looking ahead in the programme schedule to anticipate any changes to the set or to see what props are required later in the show;

briefing and looking after those involved in the programme;

managing the audience, explaining safety requirements, show timings and explaining what will happen during filming and when the programme will be aired;

referring to floor plans;

dealing with any technical problems or crises;

controlling the studio and halting production if necessary;

liaising with public relations staff to agree who will be interviewed, for example at sports matches;

passing information and progress reports from live events to studio presenters;

adhering to health and safety regulations, e.g. keeping safe areas and fire exits clear of equipment.

Ability to manage:

presenters while on air

studio crew

call times of crew

studio guests

discipline of crew in studio

Requirements:

understanding of broadcast environment and language of television

ability to take direction from e.g. Directors/producers

ability to work under pressure, take initiative and be proactive

understanding of production e.g. live/pre-recorded programmes

Excellent understanding of English language, written and spoken

computer literate e.g. email, word, excel etc

problem solving skills and attention to detail

ability to work independently

prepared to work flexible hours, including public holidays and weekends

Shift Work

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