Video Engineer - Workshop in Watford

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 in 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

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 penalised as a result of such a request.

ABOUT THE ROLE

A BRIEF SUMMARY

The Video Engineer - Workshop is responsible for first-line testing, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of professional broadcast equipment. The role supports rental, projects, outside broadcast and sales operations, ensuring all video equipment is prepared, configured, and maintained to the highest standards.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• All employees are expected to contribute and participate in work activities in line with our management system to ensure the continual improvement of our business.
• Perform first-line equipment testing, servicing, and repairs across Rental, Projects, and Sales stock.
• Assist in preparation and configuration of video equipment for use on rental, projects and outside broadcasts.
• Ensure all equipment is clean, presentable, and in optimal condition for client use.
• Provide both office-based and out-of-hours telephone technical support as required.
• Fault-find to component level on a wide range of professional broadcast equipment.

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF

• You have at least 10 years of experience in the Broadcast TV industry.
• You are skilled in testing, maintenance, and repair of professional broadcast equipment such as cameras, CCUs, RCPs, viewfinders, monitors, distribution systems, vision switchers, and vision routers.
• You have strong knowledge of SD, HD, and 3G SDI signal formats.
• You hold a relevant qualification in electronics or a closely related field.
• You can fault-find to component level.
• You possess a basic understanding of IP Ethernet networking and control systems.