Lead Live News Production

ITV; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ITV Granada Reports is seeking a Lead Production Specialist to join the Management team in Salford. You will inspire and motivate colleagues to deliver first-class live broadcast news, streaming and online content, and deputise for the Operations Manager when needed.

You will oversee the Production Specialist/CAMERA team, lead on training and scheduling, champion innovations, and ensure safe working practices in a busy live newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in live broadcast production environment.
• Experience in line management or leading projects.
• Knowledge of studio operations and production workflows.
• Understanding of scheduling, rosters, and 로그 clearing/return processes.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Operations Manager as required.
• Line manage Production Specialists and Camera team, oversee training.
• Oversee PS rosters and devise operational schedules.
• Lead projects and champion new technology in live galleries.
• Maintain health and safety within the team and environment.
• Communicate clearly and provide coaching and feedback.

Skills

Live studio ops

Media ingest

Production tech support

Scripts & scheduling

ITVX/digital support

Editing & graphics

Studio systems operation

Job description

ITV Granada Reports is seeking a Lead Production Specialist to join the Management team in Salford. You will inspire and motivate colleagues to deliver first-class live broadcast news, streaming and online content, and deputise for the Operations Manager when needed.

You will oversee the Production Specialist/CAMERA team, lead on training and scheduling, champion innovations, and ensure safe working practices in a busy live newsroom environment.