Golf Graphics Operator

JR United Kingdom; Malvern; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports television is seeking a Golf Graphics Operator to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on live broadcasts of prestigious sporting events, including golf tournaments worldwide. As part of the Golf team, you will operate and troubleshoot advanced graphics systems, ensuring a seamless viewing experience for audiences. Ideal candidates will have a passion for golf and sports, with the chance to travel internationally and engage in exciting live productions. If you're looking to kickstart your career in television or bring your expertise to a vibrant environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Ownership Trust bonus scheme

Opportunity to travel internationally

Extended stays/holidays post events

Company laptop

Travel Insurance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates or experienced operators welcome.
• Knowledge of Golf is crucial for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Operate graphics systems for live television productions.
• Setup, configure, and troubleshoot broadcast graphics equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of Golf

Broadcast Graphics Systems Operation

Technical Troubleshooting

Data Integration

Experience with CG Engines

Education

Entry-level or relevant experience

Tools

Unreal Engine

Chyron

Viz

Verso Live

Job description

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MST SYSTEMS is a creative software media company providing the complete television broadcast graphics service to live televised sporting events.

Our work on Golf, Basketball, sports and entertainment coverage is seen around the world. MST SYSTEMS provide services to live TV productions of all sizes, including premier events such as The Ryder Cup, The Open Championship and Euroleague Basketball Final 4.

Golf Graphics Operator Role

As both an on-site and remote production role, you will be required to operate graphics systems for live television productions from sites worldwide.

You will be a team player, working to set up, configure, test, troubleshoot and operate MST’s broadcast graphics systems.

This role is open to entry-level candidates looking to start work in live sports television and experienced operators alike. Data and statistics will play a significant part of the role when operating live graphics.

As part of our Golf team, a good knowledge of Golf is a must as you will be working on operating our data-driven broadcast system for Golf across European, Asian and South African events. International travel including weekend work is required, with typically 25+ weeks of the year being worked away from home.

Duties

1. Operate and assist in MST’s service to Golf productions
2. Deploy, setup, configure, rig and de-rig broadcast graphics equipment
3. Operate bespoke MST data interfaces for graphics engines
4. Operate (or learn to operate) industry standard CG Engines such as Verso Live, Unreal Engine, Chyron and Viz alongside bespoke systems
5. Operate Golf ball-tracing systems for live broadcast
6. Troubleshoot both technical and operational issues on-site

Skills and Experience

1. This role can be tailored to an entry-level position or for those with existing experience. If you're a keen golfer and sports enthusiast looking for a role in TV, we strongly encourage you to apply.
2. Knowledge of Golf is crucial to success in this role.
3. For those applying with experience, the following would be advantageous:
4. Experience configuring Unreal Engine, Chyron, Viz and other broadcast graphics engines
5. Experience operating Unreal Engine, Chyron, Viz and other broadcast graphics engines
6. Knowledge of data integrations and custom operational interfaces to CG Engines

Remuneration and Benefits Package

1. Employee Ownership Trust bonus scheme
2. Opportunity to travel internationally to live sporting events
3. Opportunities for extended stays/holidays post events
4. Laptop
5. Travel Insurance
6. Pension Scheme
7. Life Assurance
8. Holiday: 22 Days + Bank Holidays. Increasing with years of service.