Post Production Technology Manager

To manage the various technical infrastructure of the Post Production Facilities Department, i.e Video Editing, Transfer Facilities, Audio Post Production Facilities, Graphics & Sport Pre-production and Technical Support

Plan, control and ensure the efficient maintenance of all technical equipment and facilities in order to provide optimal functionality, whilst ensuring adherence to manufacturing specifications

Direct, manage, guide, motivate and develop the technology team

Liaise with internal and external clients, in order to ensure optimal delivery on client needs and requirements

Advise and consult with clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions

Oversee the design and installation of all technical facilities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery on client needs and requirements

Efficient management and control of technology fixed assets, ensuring the accurate, prompt and sound registering of all items

Continually monitor and assess the external environment, new equipment, technologies and technology trends, in order to enhance the efficiencies and effectiveness of technology operations

Ensure adherence to safety and health regulations

Continual monitoring of business performance against set targets in order to ensure optimal delivery on objectives

Set up and manage the cost-effective utilisation of the operational budget

Request and motivation for capital expenditure and on approval, manage and ensure cost effective utilisation of the allocated technology capex expenditure

Provide ad hoc technology reports informing on industry trends

Liaise with technology suppliers in order to ensure optimal service delivery to post production facilities

Ensure technical and operational quality of post productions, in accordance with broadcasting standards

Oversee the efficient and effective maintenance of video server and related equipment in post-production

Provide monthly reports ensuring accurate reflection of operational, financial and resource performance and status

Provide effective, 360 communication, in order to ensure an informed staff complement

Build a capable technical team, in the form of skilled people in all areas and with sound business processes in place

Requirements:

National Higher Diploma Electronic Engineering (or equivalent) Qualification

Management Qualification

5 Years' Technical Management and/or Supervisory experience will be an advantage

8 Years' experience in broadcast technology support

Ability to translate technical needs and requirements into technology solutions and deliverables

Understanding of broadcasting industry

Ability to work with people and technology

Working knowledge of IT Networks

IT Network related qualification and experience

Experience in maintenance of Post Production related equipment e.g. NLE, AFM & Graphics

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