Vision Operator, Coronation Street - 12 Months FTC at ITV

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vision Operation, Broadcast Cameras, Camera Control Units, Video Systems, SDI, IP-based Broadcast Technologies, Colorimetry, Video Servers, Ingest Devices, Technical Troubleshooting, Communication Skills, Teamwork

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

Workplace: Manchester- expectation is 5 days in the office. The team Step onto the cobbles and bring Coronation Street to life—seeking a skilled Vision Operator / Engineer to capture stunning, well-balanced images on set and on location. You can be part of shaping the show’s iconic look, delivering broadcast-ready quality with precision, consistency, and creativity. The role The successful candidate will be responsible for the acquisition of high quality picture output in studio and on location shoots for the Coronation Street production. Reporting to the Vision Lead and Technical Manager the candidate will be a well rounded Vision Operator / Engineer that can perform independently and deliver carefully exposed and colour balanced images, in line with the Lighting Directors overall vision. They are able to correctly operate video servers and ingest devices and technically assess the visual and audio output quality. Managing the end-to-end vision chain - from camera sensors and CCUs to final ingest. Primary objective is to ensure all captured media on the studio floor and external lot meets stringent broadcast standards while maintaining the show’s established visual continuity and "look." Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria) * Minimum 12 Months experience in a studio production environment with working knowledge of video and audio technologies. * Ideally, an Engineering qualification in Electronics (or similar) to HND/Degree level. * Strong knowledge of broadcast cameras, camera control units (CCUs), and video systems. * Solid understanding of SDI and IP-based broadcast technologies. * Must have the ability to qualitatively assess and correct the colourimetry of video images * Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with all departments, Including cast and crew. Other things we’re looking for (key criteria) * The ability to maintain a high degree of concentration and attention to detail. * Aptitude for problem solving and technical troubleshooting. * Good communication skills. * Strong team player. * Full driving licence preferable

Responsibilities

The Vision Operator is responsible for acquiring high-quality picture output in studio and on location for Coronation Street. They manage the end-to-end vision chain to ensure all media meets broadcast standards and maintains the show's visual continuity.