Junior Broadcast MCR Operator — Live Sports

DAZN; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports streaming company is seeking a Junior MCR Operator in Leeds. This role offers the opportunity to support live sports broadcasting, providing essential monitoring and routing of feeds while working with experienced operators. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in broadcast operations, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on learning. Benefits include medical insurance, annual leave, flexible working options, and access to development resources.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Flexible working

Access to mental health platform

Learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Strong interest in broadcast operations and live sports.
• Willingness to work shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Basic understanding of technical or broadcast concepts beneficial.
• Good communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Positive attitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow processes and work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routing and switching live sports feeds.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing signals for issues.
• Support setup and checks for live events.
• Provide first-line assistance for operational issues.
• Learn to use core broadcast equipment.
• Maintain communication with senior operators.

Skills

Interest in broadcast operations

Good communication skills

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Eagerness to learn

Attention to detail

Ability to follow processes

Teamwork

Tools

Broadcast equipment (IRDs, routers, monitoring tools)

Job description

A leading sports streaming company is seeking a Junior MCR Operator in Leeds. This role offers the opportunity to support live sports broadcasting, providing essential monitoring and routing of feeds while working with experienced operators. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in broadcast operations, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on learning. Benefits include medical insurance, annual leave, flexible working options, and access to development resources.