Senior Audio Supervisor

BBC; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Audio Supervisor to provide technical production expertise in radio operations for diverse projects. This role entails designing high-quality audio, collaborating with creative teams, and managing productions with multiple contributors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in sound design, a strong portfolio in narrative audio, and expertise in various audio tools. Competitive salary range is offered, along with opportunities for impactful work in a renowned audio drama environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sound designer, dubbing mixer, or audio supervisor.
• Strong portfolio of drama or narrative-led work.
• Expert knowledge of DAWs and audio restoration tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver audio for radio dramas and podcasts.
• Collaborate with teams to develop distinctive sound.
• Manage technical staffing and logistical requirements.

Skills

Sound design

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Pro Tools

Sadie

Reaper

Job description

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: C

CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed-term Contract / Attachment Full-time until end of March 2026

DEPARTMENT: Nations Business and Operations Audio Operations (Radio)

LOCATION: Central Square Cardiff

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 34900 - 43750 per annum depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Provide technical production expertise within Radio Operations for a wide range of situations including the most complicated and demanding productions assuming the overall responsibility for the planning and realisation of high quality sound operations for a production or event in order to realise editorial objectives.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

BBC Audio Drama Wales is renowned for creating world‑class scripted content across radio podcast and digital platforms. As a Senior Audio Supervisor you will be at the heart of this production process responsible for recording actors, musicians and contributors delivering exceptional sound design, mixing and technical supervision across a diverse range of drama productions. You will lead on high‑profile and technically complex projects and help shape the creative sound of BBC Audio Drama Wales for new and existing audiences. There will also on occasion be a requirement to work on live studio programmes across Radio Cymru, Radio Wales and network radio.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Design and deliver high‑quality audio for radio dramas, podcasts and digital audio content across all BBC platforms.
• Collaborate with writers, producers, directors and composers to develop a distinctive and immersive sound world for each production.
• Assume responsibility for the entire operation of specialism for a production; guiding teams and deploying resources in the most effective manner.
• Plan and organise significant technical staffing and logistical requirements for programmes, series of programmes or events where necessary; source hire equipment and facilities from external providers where required.
• Work with senior colleagues to plan and account for the costs and resources associated with the delivery of specific programmes or events providing suitable cost breakdowns where requested.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Operational experience and knowledge of production processes and the technical requirements needed to deliver programmes, sessions and events on the required platforms.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Significant experience as a sound designer, dubbing mixer or audio supervisor in scripted audio production (radio, podcast or film/TV drama).
• Deep understanding of storytelling through sound with a strong portfolio of drama or narrative‑led work.
• Expert knowledge of DAWs (e.g. Pro Tools, Sadie, Reaper) plug‑ins, recording equipment and audio restoration tools.
• Proven ability to manage complex productions with multiple contributors and tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Industry‑standard safety qualifications
• Formal qualification in specialism appropriate to the role

If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths we would love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills: Dynamics AX, Lab, Application Engineering, Business Support, Application Support

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: 34900 - 43750