Audio Operator

Gravity Media Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravity Media Group in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Audio Operator to manage the audio desk for live TV broadcasts, mixing host and guest mics, remote feeds, and music. You will prepare and program audio gear, support the production and technical teams, and ensure broadcast-quality sound.

The role is full-time, based in Melbourne, with responsibilities across prep and live events, and requires strong organizational skills and calmness under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Audio Operator role is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• A problem-solver with a can-do attitude, who stays calm under pressure.
• Familiarity with industry-standard broadcast equipment and workflows is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Check audio desk is set up as per broadcast requirements.
• Complete audio checks with all incoming sources and feeds.
• Establish comms between external and internal sources including Outside Broadcasts, MCR facilities and on location talent.
• Ensure director’s talkback panel is set-up to meet the director’s requirements.
• Mix live audio component of the broadcast.
• Control multiple audio sources (mics, inserts, music) via the audio desk during the live broadcast.
• Assist with planning and facilitating audio pathways for ad-hoc projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during prep and live broadcast.
• Log daily music usage during Race Day events.
• Create a back-up service of RSN race caller in case of loss of connection.
• Develop strong communication with stakeholders and uphold professional service standards.
• Adhere to company policies and WHS requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.
• Maintain knowledge of the industry, market, and competition.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Broadcast workflows

Tools

Broadcast equipment

Job description

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 in 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

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.

Role Overview

The Audio Operator is primarily responsible for operating an audio desk during live TV broadcasts as well as mixing host and guest microphones, live remote feeds, EVS play outs and music. This includes the preparation and programming of audio equipment to ensure the audio component is of high quality when broadcast, and providing technical support where necessary, working closely with the Technical and Production teams to ensure that all stakeholder needs and requests are fulfilled.

This is a fulltime role based in Melbourne supporting live horseracing broadcasts’.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Check audio desk is set up as per broadcast requirements;
• Complete audio checks with all incoming sources and feeds;
• Establish comms between external and internal sources including Outside Broadcasts, MCR facilities and on location talent;
• Ensure director’s talkback panel is set-up to meet the director’s requirements;
• Mix live audio component of the broadcastto air;
• Control multipleadditionalsources of audio (mics, pre-recorded inserts, music tracks) via the audio desk during the live broadcast;
• Assist with planning, creating and facilitating boutique audio pathways required for ad-hoc projects requested by production;
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that arise during prep and live broadcast;
• Responsible for loggingdaily music usageduring Raceday/race nightfor APRA;
• Responsible for creating a ‘back-up’ service of RSN race caller in the event of loss of connection to on-course race caller;
• Develop a close working relationship with all stakeholders, responding to all enquiries within a reasonable timeframe, ensuring strong lines of communication and fostering a reputation for professionalism and service for yourself and the Company;
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures, as amended from time to time;
• Comply with all Work, Health and Safety Legislation as appropriate and ensure that all work is performed in a manner, which does not place fellow employees or yourself in an unsafe position;
• Participate in the ongoing training and development of yourself and the team;
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of the industry, the Company, your market place, and our competition.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in an Audio Operator role is preferred .
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• A problem-solver with a “can-do” attitude, who stays calm under pressure.
• Familiarity with industry-standard broadcast equipment and workflows is a bonus.

In return, we will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful applicant, and a chance to work for a global leader in broadcast solutions!