JOB BAND: D
CONTRACT TYPE: Attachment / Fixed-term Contract until March 2027, Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Sport
LOCATION: Salford - Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: up to £67,400 per annum depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you’d like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there’s no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Operations Manager (Deputy Head of Sound) will support the Head of Sound and Communications in managing the increasing complexity and scale of audio operations, providing leadership across all Sport Production areas (Video, Audio, Events, Stories and Online). You’ll act as deputy when required, ensuring continuity and high standards across all activity. Working closely with internal teams and external partners—including Outside Broadcast suppliers, BBC Technology, Timeline, Dock10 and other third‑party providers—you’ll help shape how audio is delivered across TV, radio, streaming and digital platforms.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
* Support the leadership and day‑to‑day management of the BBC Sport sound team, working closely with managed service partners and outside broadcast suppliers.
* Act as deputy to the Head of Sound and Communications, providing cover and ensuring continuity of leadership when required.
* Plan and deliver audio projects, from major event delivery (e.g. Olympic Games, World Cup, Wimbledon) to workflow design and operational support.
* Work as an operational Sound Supervisor when required, maintaining the highest artistic and technical standards across multiplatform productions.
* Provide expert advice and guidance to production and technical teams on sound and communications throughout the production lifecycle.
* Build strong working relationships with indie companies, external broadcasters and suppliers, aligning technical requirements and supporting effective broadcast planning.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement, including supporting AoIP transition, trialing new technologies and enhancing workflows across evolving platforms.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Excellent knowledge of live sport audio workflows and operations.
* Excellent system knowledge of broadcast sound desks and communication systems including some hands‑on experience.
* Ability to configure and support large‑scale communication systems within complex broadcast environments.
* Excellent communication skills and a great team player.
* Proven experience in live broadcast audio, with the ability to operate at Sound Supervisor level when required.
BENEFITS
* Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a flexible 35‑hour working week, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym access.
* Excellent career and professional development.
* Support in your working life, including flexible working which you can discuss at any stage of the application, selection or offer.
* A values‑based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do.
INEQUALITY, DISCRIMINATION, DISABILITY AND BELONGING STATEMENTS
We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief. We are a disability confident employer. If you need adjustments or access requirements for the interview process or for the role, please contact reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk.
Membership and contact information: BBC Group and Public Services, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London, United Kingdom, W1A 1AA. BBC Studios Distribution Limited, company no: 01420028, registered address: 1 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, United Kingdom W12 7FA.
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