Studio Technical Operator

Role: Studio Technical Operator

Location: Bristol – City Centre (onsite role)

Salary: £35,000-£40,000

About GDS:

GDS Group is a global B2B solution provider of insight, content, pipeline growth, production studios and creative services delivered through our virtual platforms and face-to-face experiences. 

Founded on our thirty years of expertise, our mission is to be our client’s pipeline partner by bringing business solutions and targeted audiences together within dynamic environments. 

GDS Group's Virtual Production Studio is a digital powerhouse at the epicenter of next-gen B2B events. We host a range of virtual summits and roundtables, emphasizing the seamless interplay of technology and content. As we expand, we seek a Senior Technical Operator with a deep technical acumen to augment our studio's capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Systems Mastery: Oversee the end-to-end technical setup, operation, and optimization of our studio's AV systems.

• Event Delivery: Employ technical proficiency to ensure the smooth delivery of virtual summits and roundtables, tackling any tech hiccups with agility and expertise.

• Tool Integration: Work hands-on with tools like Aximmetry, Dante, Unreal Engine, audio desks, vision mixers, and FreeD tracking systems, ensuring seamless integration and flawless output.

• Tech Evolution: Stay updated with emerging technologies and methodologies. Be ready to explore, adapt, and incorporate new tools that align with our studio's objectives.

About you:

• Solid experience in AV system architecture, setup, and maintenance.


• Hands-on expertise with industry-standard software and hardware tools, with a keen interest in exploring and mastering new technologies.


• A proactive approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving, with a knack for foreseeing and mitigating technical challenges.


• An understanding of the digital event landscape, from networking to real-time content delivery.


• Familiarity with networking, virtual meeting management, live streaming, lighting DMX data, and GitHub management.

Challenges:

This role is for those who thrive in fast-paced, tech-centric environments. With the ever-evolving landscape of digital events, be prepared for rapid adaptations, continuous learning, and on-the-fly problem-solving.

Feedback & Supervision:

Engage in monthly technical review sessions with your supervisor. These meetings will focus on tech updates, performance analytics, and roadmap planning, ensuring you're always at the cutting edge.

Perks:

• Competitive remuneration.


• Opportunities to attend tech workshops, webinars, and industry conferences.


• Work within a high-energy, tech-savvy team where innovation is celebrated.


• An inclusive environment that champions diverse technical perspectives and solutions.

Opportunities to develop skills in:

• Panasonic camera systems


• Free-D tracking systems


• Green Screen studio production


• Network systems and infrastructure, including running video (NDI) and audio over a network (Dante).


• The live studio routing and signal workflow system.


• Playback and graphic systems such as Qlab and New Blue.


• Real-time graphics systems (Unreal Engine / Aximmetry).