MCR-Media Operator

Gravity Media (Australia) Pty Ltd; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Gravity Media Australia is seeking an enthusiastic MCR-Media Operator to join our Artarmon, Sydney team. The role supports entry-level graduates and mid-level operators, offering comprehensive training and exposure to live sports and presentation workflows.

The full-time position involves shift rotations, including weekends and early mornings/evenings to align with live broadcasting schedules. You will work with Technical Directors, Engineers, IT, and Producers under the Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Screen and Media, Film, Television, or related field.
• Desire to learn and grow in broadcast operations.
• Mid-level candidates with live broadcasting experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsabilités

• Assist or lead day-to-day media operations under guidance.
• Set up and monitor live streams and broadcast hardware/software.
• Ingest, basic editing, file conversion and delivery using Premiere Pro.
• Live recording and clipping with EVS systems.
• Manage channel playlists and routing for live events.

Connaissances

Troubleshooting

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

Degree in Screen and Media

Outils

Adobe Premiere Pro

EVS

ScheduALL

Description du poste

Gravity Media (Australia) Pty Ltd – Artarmon NSW

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

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.

The role

Gravity Media Australia is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as an MCR-Media Operator. This role is structured to accommodate both entry-level candidates (including recent graduates eager to kickstart their career in broadcast) and mid-level operators looking to expand their skill set across live media and master control operations.

For entry-level candidates, we provide comprehensive training to ensure you have all the skills needed to succeed. For mid-level applicants, this is a great platform to step directly into dynamic live sports and presentation workflows. This is a full-time position based in Artarmon, Sydney, offering direct exposure to a diverse range of exciting live TV projects.

The MCR-Media Operator role is working over shift rotations, including weekends and early mornings/evenings as required by live broadcasting schedules.

Role Responsibilities

Working alongside Technical Directors, Engineers, IT, and Producers, you will assist in or lead day-to-day operations depending on your level of experience.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, your duties will include:

Media Operations

• Basic switching of live events.
• Setting up live streams via hardware and software encoders.
• Ingesting, basic editing, file conversion, and delivery using Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Live recording and clipping using EVS systems.
• Supporting other Media team duties as required.

MCR

• Building and managing channel playlists in EVS, ensuring broadcast schedules are strictly maintained.
• Setting up and verification routing for live events.
• Configuring and monitoring SRT video streams.
• Performing some basic presentation duties, including adding watermarks and managing commercial breaks during live broadcasts.
• Entering bookings and schedules into ScheduALL software.
• Supporting other MCR/PRES operational duties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Entry Level: A recent graduate in Screen and Media, Film, Television, or a related field OR a demonstrated passion for the broadcast industry with a desire to learn.
• Mid-Level: Prior experience in live broadcasting, media ops, master control (MCR), or presentation is highly desirable.
• Proactive, hands‑on attitude with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a technical team.
• Familiarity with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro) or broadcast tools (EVS, ScheduALL) is a plus.
• Flexibility to work shift rotations, including weekends and early mornings/evenings as required by live broadcasting schedules.

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!