Makes sure that a program-me or production goes according to plan and that everyone involved in the programme — presenters, camera crew, guests and audience — knows what they have to do and when they have to do it.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Moving and handling of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean assisting in moving heavy equipment)
• Helping plan and prepare the programme
• Supervising the setting up of equipment — screens, chairs, props, microphones and technical gear
• Running sound and lighting checks to make sure that equipment is working properly
• Giving cues and time counts to actors, presenters and technicians
• Telling the studio audience what to do
• Rehearsing live shows
• Liaising with the producer and director and relaying instructions between the control
  room and studio staff
• Dealing with technical problems and any last minute changes
• Checking on health and safety requirements.
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of studio sets and floors
• Dress microphone’s and IFB’s for all on camera appearances
• Other duties as assigned by the TV Operations Director

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• A thorough understanding of television production is mandatory.
• Clear, concise and comprehensive verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think quickly in a pressure situation is a necessity.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude a must.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• one year experience in a similar position
• Diploma