Newsroom Operations Leader (Hybrid)

ITV plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ITV Granada Reports is seeking an Operations Manager in Manchester to lead all operational, logistical and technical aspects of the ITV News Granada service. You will manage a production team and support live broadcasts and multi-platform delivery, sometimes from the field or gallery, while maintaining budgets and health/safety standards.

This role requires background in live broadcasting, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work outside standard hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and operate long term alongside meeting immediate deadlines.
• Organised, methodical but flexible with strong logistical skills.
• Ability to lead, develop, motivate and inspire others to high standards.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Provide regular, honest and constructive feedback to colleagues.
• Minimum of one core technical production skill (camera, editing or directing).

Responsibilities

• Lead operational, logistical and technical functions for ITV Granada Reports.
• Manage and support the production team of specialists and camera operators to ensure smooth live broadcasts.

Skills

Long-term planning

Organised & flexible

Leadership & motivation

Deadline-driven

Feedback delivery

Core tech production

Job description

ITV Granada Reports is seeking an Operations Manager in Manchester to lead all operational, logistical and technical aspects of the ITV News Granada service. You will manage a production team and support live broadcasts and multi-platform delivery, sometimes from the field or gallery, while maintaining budgets and health/safety standards.

This role requires background in live broadcasting, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work outside standard hours.