ABOUT THE COMPANY WHAT WE DO EMG / Gravity Media deliver an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide utilising outside broadcast trucks, fly-packs and studios spanning the United Kingdom, ROI, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world’s most-watched live events and entertainment programmes. OUR PEOPLE We have a passion for problem solving and thoughtful innovation and recognise our collective differences play a huge role our success. Our teams are talented, passionate, dedicated, take pride in their work and support each other. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age. LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOURS We hold high expectations of our leaders and managers who are responsible for driving the success of our people and the organisation. Our managers give clear communication, lead by example and feed back to foster growth and development of their team members. Management excellence is essential to the company’s success, and effective leadership requires a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a commitment to providing a positive and productive work environment. COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY EMG / Gravity Media is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome a diverse range of applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. ABOUT THE ROLE Remote Head Technician A BRIEF SUMMARY We are seeking candidates for the position of Remote Head Technician to join our team for an exciting new opportunity to work within the football Outside Broadcasting sector. This opportunity will primarily involve working with remotely-operated specialist camera systems, located within the goal area. The successful candidate will need to have strong technical knowledge, a positive attitude and excellent communication skills. As well as rigging, positioning and operating the cameras the role will involve building the complete infrastructure from the base station to the camera head, ensuring all connections and cables are passing power and data where necessary. Liaising with 3rd party technicians and the client, this candidate will have an excellent aptitude for technical fault finding, signal paths, and camera equipment. The candidate must be prepared to undertake weekend and evening work and willing to travel extensively. We are looking for a logical thinker with a ‘can do’ attitude in what will be a fantastic opportunity to play an exciting and vital role within the broadcast of our nations favourite sport. WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR · the preparation of specialist camera equipment at base. · rigging and operating specialist camera equipment on site. · the preparation of remotely controlled broadcast camera equipment. · the successful delivery of said equipment on site, including rigging and operating in an Outside Broadcast environment. · ensuring that all job-related admin is completed in full. · basic maintenance of equipment, including cameras, lenses, remote heads, OB vehicles. · (with experience) for leading a small team of technicians (staff and freelance). THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF · have the ability to deliver at the highest standard whilst under the constrictions of time and production demands. · are educated in a media, broadcast or a technical course. · have inquisitive mind/Excellent problem-solving skills. · have demonstrable interest in technical aspects of TV production – experience with IP advantageous. · are confident and proactive under pressure. · have ability to prioritise effectively. · are able and willing to travel around the UK as well as abroad. · have a full, clean UK Driver’s license. Some prior experience of Outside Broadcasts, as well as broadcast-related cameras/lenses and associated equipment would be desirable but training will be provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship to apply for this role.