Sound Supervisor

Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe’s leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work.  

The role of the Sound Supervisor is to perform sound duties at the highest level and provide supervision of your production crew and its systems. As part of the team, this role will significantly contribute to the effective delivery of sound & communications, that service the requirements of all Sky and some third-party channels, using the resources of Sky Sports. 

You will be proactive in maintaining Sky’s position as an industry leader in sound production, including planning and implementing changes to our working practices. 

The role provides support to the managers of an exceptionally skilled and highly motivated operational team, who work together to deliver excellence.  

What you’ll do: 

• To provide professional audio services to Sky and third-party clients.  

• Work with our studio team to produce a cohesive and balanced programme sound mix for the viewer. 

• Set up and be responsible for the Studios communications systems, to facilitate the effective operation of the production environment. 

• Work closely with Production Teams to plan audio requirements for each event. 

• Proactively assist in the management of facilities and equipment. Reporting any technical failures through the agreed procedures and channels within Sky.

• Supervise our sound crew within the operational environment, providing mentorship and training where applicable. 

• Work with our senior sound team by identifying training areas for team members, to benefit their growth and development. 

• Adhere to the occupational health practices and general wellbeing at work by following Sky’s Health & Safety policies and procedures. Reporting all issues to the H&S representative as appropriate.

What you’ll bring: 

• A strong work ethic, with a positive can-do attitude.  

• A proven track record of delivering excellent sound supervising.  

• An in depth understanding of broadcast audio equipment including Riedel, RP1 and Calrec audio desks. 

• Experience of up-to-date broadcast developments and production processes such as remote production and I.P. delivery. 

• Highly motivated, with a dedication to continuous self-improvement. 

• An effective communicator who can demonstrate resilience. 

• A Teammate who will embrace innovative ideas and solutions. 

• Flexible and proactive when faced with a challenge. 

Team overview: 

Sky Production Services  

Sky Production Services is the home of content creation and innovation for Sky and beyond. We provide outstanding facilities and talent for storytellers, including Studios, Post Production and other content production resources. We want to give our customers the best viewing experience, from the picture they see, the sound they hear to the entertainment, sports or news programme they choose to watch.  

The Rewards: 

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster: 

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place 

• The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate 

• A generous pension package 

• Private healthcare 

• Discounted mobile and broadband 

• A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences 

How you'll work: 

We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home. 

We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process.  

Your office base: 

Osterley

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There’s also plenty of bike shelters and showers. 

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. 

Inclusion: 

At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working.  

We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.  

Why wait?  

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.  

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.