Audio Producer

To operate studio equipment and realize production requirements for transmissions and recordings effectively and efficiently, utilizing all technical resources available. You will provide a comprehensive point of reference for journalistic and operational staff, including on-the-day staffing requirements and handling technical queries. From April 2024, the majority of the BBC's Indian operations are moving to the Collective Newsroom, established by experienced journalists in India. With over 250 journalists and operational staff, we bring distinctive, impartial, and world-class content to the BBC's Indian language websites and social media platforms. Our vision is to be home to India's most credible, creative, and courageous journalism. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strongly support diversity and inclusion at the workplace. We encourage applications from female candidates, marginalized, underprivileged communities, and differently-abled individuals. Key Responsibilities: - Operate audio studio equipment safely, complying with Collective Newsroom Safety Regulations. - Operate playout and production-based systems, recording, editing, mixing, and replaying material. - Provide operational and creative guidance to studio teams. - Ensure technical quality, aural balance, and audibility of programme material. - Assist with forward planning for Production Operations (Audio) and program makers. - Keep updated with developments in the sound industry and provide advice on production needs. - Balance and control a range of radio productions, live and pre-recorded. - Identify and resolve problems in broadcast-critical systems. - Stay informed about professional audio developments and opportunities for self-development. - Liaise with the Operations Manager and team to suggest improvements to services. - Control sound balance of large-scale radio/TV productions and outside broadcasts. Requirements: - Good operational knowledge of sophisticated sound equipment and recent program making methods. - Knowledge of current affairs and audio trends. - Excellent aural judgment and ability to prioritize in demanding situations. - Understanding of operational equipment theory and basic maintenance. - Experience working in teams and forming effective relationships quickly. - Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to communicate safe working practices. - Good personal and communication skills. - Operational experience in live radio. - Familiarity with audio file formats used in the digital domain.,