Broadcast Tech Assistant: Live Events & Gear

NEP UK; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NEP UK is seeking a hands-on Technical Assistant based at Gemini House, Bracknell, to support vision, audio, cameras, fibre, networking and RF for live productions. You’ll prepare, deploy and de-rig broadcast equipment, work with experienced engineers, and gain practical experience across multiple disciplines.

The role is full-time with a clear progression path into more senior technical positions in Vision, Audio, Cameras or Networking.

Qualifications

• Relevant background or practical experience in broadcast, media technology, electronics, engineering.
• Strong problem-solving and methodical approach to technical issues.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and a practical mindset.
• Full UK driving licence (helpful).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, configure, test, maintain and package broadcast equipment for deployment.
• Assist with camera chains, video and audio routing, fibre, networking, RF and communications systems.
• Support engineers with system integration, cabling, fault-finding and technical problem-solving.
• Travel to event sites to support rigging, setup and de-rigging of outside broadcast facilities.
• Provide practical technical support during live productions and liaise with operational and engineering teams.
• De-prep, test, clean, check and correctly store equipment following an event.
• Help maintain organised workspaces, monitor spare parts and consumables, and track equipment using NEP’s internal systems.
• Follow all relevant health, safety and technical procedures while contributing positively to the wider team.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Hands-on mindset

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Broadcast/media technology background

Tools

Broadcast equipment handling

Job description

NEP UK is seeking a hands-on Technical Assistant based at Gemini House, Bracknell, to support vision, audio, cameras, fibre, networking and RF for live productions. You’ll prepare, deploy and de-rig broadcast equipment, work with experienced engineers, and gain practical experience across multiple disciplines.

The role is full-time with a clear progression path into more senior technical positions in Vision, Audio, Cameras or Networking.