Supervisor Production Operations

Overview

As Production Operations Supervisor, you will oversee day-to-day live and recorded productions from our West London facilities, acting as a key operational lead across Chiswick and Stockley Park. You’ll coordinate production requirements, bookings, and resource allocations to ensure smooth delivery and continuous improvement. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage studio setups, risk and safety compliance, and on-the-ground execution during live output. This role offers impact across fast-paced broadcasts and an opportunity to shape operational excellence in a renowned content environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as operational lead for Chiswick deliverables and represent Production Operations in meetings
• Coordinate information and updates across GT&O and other departments
• Collaborate with Production Resource, MCR, London Bookings, Engineering on event details and distribution
• Plan and deliver gallery positions, studio rigs, and production setups
• Verify resource allocation, bookings, and FACS testing requirements
• Maintain on-site presence to support escalation and issue resolution during production
• Schedule studio maintenance around production requirements and inform stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with Risk Assessments and Health & Safety in all activities
• Coordinate allocation and upkeep of green rooms and other support spaces
• Maintain updated service facilities information with latest policies and guidance
• Identify operational or facility risks early and take corrective actions
• Assist with call-time tracking and overtime planning
• Maintain budget and cost tracking documentation
• Coordinate freelance bookings, approvals, and informational documentation
• Support documentation and rollout of new workflows, system integrations, and facility updates
• Develop structured goals and development plans for the Production Operations Coordinator

Key requirements

• Experience in live broadcast, studio production, or production operations
• Strong understanding of PCR, studio and live production workflows
• Experience supporting live sport or fast-paced multi-production environments desirable
• Strong problem-solving and escalation skills
• Knowledge of scheduling systems, production booking, and resource allocation workflows
• Understanding of Risk Assessments and Health & Safety requirements
• Ability to collaborate across departments and build relationships
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach to live production support
• Onsite working at the place of work (Chiswick/Stockley Park)

• proactive
• problem-solving
• collaboration
• Scheduling systems
• Production booking workflows
• Resource allocation workflows

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