Description

• The individual is responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of television productions by overseeing studio and on-location broadcasts. They coordinate rehearsals, manage live productions, address technical issues, and enforce health and safety regulations. The role requires close collaboration with directors, presenters, crew, and guests to maintain seamless production flow.

Studio & Production Oversight

• Floor manage in-studio and outside broadcasts.
• Update presenters with script changes during live broadcasts.
• Ensure guests arrive on time and understand studio protocols.
• Check functionality of equipment (microphones, earpieces, etc.).
• Relay instructions from the control room to the studio floor.
• Supervise set arrangements, including furniture, props, and audience seating.
• Manage on-air discipline and handle technical issues as they arise.
• Halt production if necessary due to safety or technical concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Maintain all health and safety requirements
• Supervising and verifying the set process, i.e. equipment — screens, chairs, props, microphones and technical gear, as required.
• Directing and guiding studio audience as required.
• Facilitating rehearsals for live shows
• Liaising with the Producer and Director and relaying instructions between the control room and studio staff
• Attending to with technical problems and/or any arising issues promptly to ensure a seamless production.

Management and Compliance

• Communicate director’s instructions clearly to presenters and crew.
• Assist in production planning and coordination.
• Oversee technical teams (lighting, props, camera crew) to ensure smooth operation.
• Keep director and producer informed of off-camera developments.
• Ensure adherence to call times and production schedules.
• Monitor live events and relay updates to studio teams.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, including keeping clear ‘safe areas’ and fire exits.
• Looking ahead in the programme schedule to anticipate any changes to the set or to see what props are required later in the show.

Team and Stakeholder Relationships

• Build, support and maintain interpersonal and team relationships to ensure stable working environment and achievement of team objectives
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance.  
• Handle inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Engage actively in discussions, ensuring collaboration across multiple teams.
• Build strong relationships, develop sources, and collaborate with media teams.
• Balance workloads effectively to maximize efficiency and minimize last-minute chaos.
• Maintain professional relationships with public relations teams, guests, and media personnel.

Personal Development

• Engage in continuous learning, complete development plans, and stay informed on current events.
• Completing Individual Development Plan.
• Attending a minimum of 2 learning and development courses bi-annually.
• Participating in peer and team learning initiatives.

Budget Compliance

• Adhere to work standards to optimize resource use.
• Meeting and complying with work practices, standards and methods and ensuring application of financial parameters.

Production and on-air oversight

• Helping plan and prepare the programme.
• Running sound and lighting checks to make sure that equipment is working properly.
• Giving cues and time counts to actors, presenters and technicians.
• Assisting any guests on the show and any last-minute changes.
• Checking on health and safety requirements.

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Technical Operations

Experience

• 5 years inTechnical and/or Floor