VR Technician

Christy Media Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading augmented reality company is seeking an experienced VR Technician to join their team in Manchester. The role involves operating VR systems and broadcast camera equipment at live events across the UK and abroad. The ideal candidate has excellent technical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills, and must be flexible with working patterns, including weekends. Join a dynamic team during an exciting time of expansion.

Qualifications

• Experience in set up and operation of VR systems and broadcast camera equipment.
• Ability to maintain VR systems under pressure.
• Flexibility around working patterns; weekend availability required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate VR systems and broadcast camera equipment at live outside broadcasts.
• Maintain VR systems and liaise with broadcast stakeholders.
• Work on site at various stadium locations around the UK and abroad.

Skills

Excellent technical aptitude

Proven problem solving skills

Strong understanding of broadcast camera systems

Job description

Attending live outside broadcasts as the primary VR Tech at various locations around the UK and abroad.

- Set up and operate VR systems and broadcast camera equipment at live outside broadcasts

- General maintenance of VR systems

- Liaising with broadcast stakeholders in the lead up to onsite delivery.

Excellent technical aptitude

- proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills

- Strong understanding of broadcast camera systems (within a live sporting environment would be highly beneficial)

- Ability to keep a level head with the pressures of live television broadcast, working closely with other stakeholders.

This role with require a level of flexibility around working patterns and will involve weekend work due to the nature of sporting events, and live projects.

Our client, a world-leading augmented reality company providing virtual advertising, is looking for an experience VR Technician to join their team on a permanent basis, in Manchester. The role is primarily a technical role that requires working on site at various stadium locations around the UK and abroad.

You'll be joining a small and dynamic team at a exciting time of expansion and growth for the company.