Media Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
- As part of a team be responsible for processing and quality checking over 130,000 videos and files for Sky News
- Work directly with client Sky News but also building a close working relationship with other Content handling departments, including Sky Sports News Ingest
- Work on special news events such as elections and summits and be responsible for delivering the extra workloads on tight schedules
- A demonstrable ability to work in a fast paced and high-pressured TX Critical role
- An aptitude for learning and a motivation for continuous development as a multi skilled operator
- Excellent organisation skills & clear/effective communication skills
- An ability to take ownership for certain areas of work and be proactive with problem solving
- A solid understanding of and interest in current affairs
- Experience of working in a broadcast environment is desirable as is an understanding of broadcast systems and production processes
- Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Broadcast Media
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Media Operator roles across Sky's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Broadcast Media.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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