Broadcast Producer - Live Events

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

On-site role in Centurion

State-of-the-art broadcast equipment

Potential repeat engagements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Broadcast Producer for an on-site role in Centurion. You will manage end-to-end live broadcast productions, coordinating with technical crews, talent, and stakeholders to deliver seamless broadcasts.

Responsibilities include pre-production planning, budgeting, on-site execution, and post-production wrap-up. You will supervise crews, manage schedules, and troubleshoot issues under pressure to ensure broadcast quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Broadcast Producer with a strong portfolio of live event productions.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast technologies across video, audio, lighting and transmission systems.
• Excellent project management skills to handle budgets and schedules.
• Clear leadership and communication abilities in diverse production teams.
• Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions under pressure in live broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of live broadcast production from planning to post-production wrap-up.
• Coordinate with directors, camera operators, sound engineers and crew to ensure high production standards.
• Oversee talent management, including scheduling and briefings for on-air performance.
• Develop and manage production schedules, ensuring deadlines are met and efficiency is maintained.
• Liaise with clients to understand vision and ensure content meets expectations.
• Troubleshoot technical and logistical issues during live broadcasts with quick, effective solutions.

Skills

Broadcast production

Live event production

Budget management

Team leadership

Problem solving under pressure

Live streaming platforms

Tools

Video systems

Audio systems

Lighting systems

Transmission workflows

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and energetic Broadcast Producer to manage the end-to-end production of live events in Centurion . This role requires a dynamic individual who can oversee all aspects of broadcast production, from pre-production planning and budgeting to on-site execution and post-production wrap-up. You will be responsible for coordinating with technical crews, talent, and stakeholders to deliver seamless and engaging live broadcasts. This is an on-site position, ideal for a producer who thrives in the fast-paced environment of live event production and excels at problem-solving under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of live broadcast production, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for various events.
• Coordinate with technical directors, camera operators, sound engineers, and other crew members to ensure high-quality production standards.
• Oversee talent management, including scheduling, briefing, and ensuring smooth on-air performance.
• Develop and manage production schedules, ensuring all deadlines are met and operational efficiency is maintained.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand their vision and ensure broadcast content meets their expectations.
• Troubleshoot technical and logistical issues that arise during live broadcasts, implementing immediate and effective solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Broadcast Producer , with a strong portfolio of live event productions.
• Solid understanding of broadcast technologies, including video, audio, lighting, and transmission systems.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage complex budgets and schedules effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities, with experience managing diverse production teams.
• Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions under pressure in a live broadcast environment.
• Experience with live streaming platforms and digital broadcast workflows is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile live events and gain diverse production experience.
• On-site role based in a well-equipped production facility in Centurion .
• Access to state-of-the-art broadcast equipment and technology.
• Potential for repeat engagements based on performance and project needs.