Kickstart your career with EMG Connectivity as a Trainee Broadcast Engineer! Dive into hands-on experience with RF equipment and wireless camera systems in the thrilling realm of live broadcasting.



WHAT WE DO

EMG / Gravity Media deliver an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide utilising outside broadcast trucks, fly-packs and studios spanning the United Kingdom, ROI, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world's most-watched live events and entertainment programmes.


OUR PEOPLE

We have a passion for problem solving and thoughtful innovation and recognise our collective differences play a huge role our success. Our teams are talented, passionate, dedicated, take pride in their work and support each other. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age.


LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOURS

We hold high expectations of our leaders and managers who are responsible for driving the success of our people and the organisation. Our managers give clear communication, lead by example and feed back to foster growth and development of their team members. Management excellence is essential to the company's success, and effective leadership requires a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a commitment to providing a positive and productive work environment.


COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY

EMG / Gravity Media is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome a diverse range of applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.


JOB TITLE: TRAINEE BROADCAST ENGINEER

ABOUT THE ROLE

A BRIEF SUMMARY

EMG Connectivity are looking for a Trainee Broadcast Engineer to join our RF team of on-site technical crew, focusing on the delivery of wireless camera systems and specialist cameras into the broadcast industry.


WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

We are looking to expand our team of on-site Engineers & Technicians and invite candidates looking for a career in television outside broadcast to apply for the above position.

Trainee engineers will gain experience with our broadcast specific RF equipment on-site and in our equipment test areas at our base in Dartford, Kent.

Candidates with IT based qualifications and/or previous RF Engineering and wireless camera experience would be an advantage. However, we will also consider applicants with experience in areas such as mechanical/electrical engineering, electronics and broadcast engineering.

We provide full training on our equipment, procedures and health and safety.


Key responsibilities:

testing, maintaining and configuration of equipment.
rigging and derigging of equipment at various outside broadcast locations.
troubleshooting and fault-finding issues on site.
driving to and from locations with equipment.


THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF


Essential Skills:

good computing/I.T. awareness
holds a full UK driving licence
excellent attention to detail and committed to achieve goals
works well within a team
ability to use your own initiative and manage time effectively
interest in TV technologies, media and live broadcasting
ability to solve problems systematically
interest in learning with positive 'can-do' attitude

Other Beneficial Skills:

experience with audio, video and RF equipment
basic electrical and electronics knowledge
basic mechanical skills and ability with hand tools
ability to document progress and results
basic computer skills including Word/Excel
CAD and 3D printing experience
basic IT, scripting and programming skills
experience in broadcast or live events environment
experience in basic PCB design
experience in making audio, video and RF cables
PAT testing experience
interest in cameras/photography, sound or RF