VR; Virtual Reality Technician

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Broadcast Virtual is an augmented reality company that provides the expertise to turn live sports events into advertising platforms without the need for physical signage. Our solution allows real-time insertion of virtual advertisements in any type of live sporting event using industry leading tracking technology and machine learning to seamlessly integrate with live broadcasts.

We are looking for a proactive, self-motivated individual to join our team in Manchester as a VR Technician in a full time capacity. The role is primarily a technical role that requires working on site at various stadium locations around the UK and abroad, usually on weekends.

Role

• Reporting to our UK Operations Manager
• Attend live outside broadcasts as the primary VR Tech at various locations around the UK and abroad
• Set up and operate VR systems and broadcast camera equipment at live outside broadcasts (involves a degree of physical labour)
• General maintenance of VR systems
• Logistics planning and booking as required, including flights, accommodation, vehicles and freight
• Liaising with broadcast stakeholders in the lead up to onsite delivery
• Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager

Attributes

• High attention to detail
• Excellent technical aptitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to keep a level head with the pressures of live television broadcast, working closely with other stakeholders
• Willingness to learn and ability to absorb information quickly
• Strong self-confidence

Experience

• Broadcast Virtual has a well developed training package and will provide training for the software involved in the VR delivery, although experience using visual and/or technical software is beneficial.
• Experience working with computer hardware is beneficial
• Experience in a technical role in either the broadcast or IT industry or similar is highly advantageous

Required

• Valid unrestricted driving licence

Nice to have

• Some working technical knowledge of camera systems
• Some working technical knowledge of video signals
• OB experience

We Offer:

• On the job training
• Entrepreneurial and creative culture with global career development and travel
• Flexible working conditions
• Opportunity to combine this role with another role in logistics, management, client management, engineering or graphics approvals depending on suitability and experience.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function
  
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Spectator Sports, and Technology, Information and Media

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