Runner

EMG/Gravity delivers an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide: 30 offices, more than 100 outside broadcast trucks and flypacks and 40 studios across the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia, offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world’s most-watched live events and entertainment programmes and working with the world’s most renowned sports rights holders, production houses and broadcasters.

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The group’s acknowledged broadcast technology and production partnerships across major sports including UEFA EUROs, Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, Champions League and Premiership football, Formula E, the Bathurst 1000, the ATP Tour, Australian Open, US Open and French Open, Tour de France, Giro d’Italia and Tour Down Under, NBC Sports and College Sports across the US, the World Aquatics Championships, the Melbourne Cup, and the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

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THE ROLE 

We are thrilled to be recruiting a broadcast minded runner to our new Production Hub.

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Our next generation Production Hub, located in The Westworks building, is a leading media hub specialising in remote production. We are looking for a new runner to join this dynamic, fast-paced environment, working closely with our engineering, resource, and bookings teams.

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As a runner, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the seamless operation of our facility and provide essential support to clients during live productions. Your duties may include administrative tasks, stock management, handling food and beverages, and other general responsibilities.

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RESPONSIBILITIES​

• Driving vehicles for deliveries and errands.
• Operating and managing the client shuttle van.
• Setting up and providing refreshments for meetings and the facility.
• Replenishing stock and managing food orders and receipts.
• Ensuring production areas are kept clean and organized.
• Assisting the technology team with production setups.
• Providing administrative support to the resource and bookings teams.
• Contributing to a positive team dynamic and fostering a friendly work environment.
• Covering reception duties when necessary.
• Performing any additional tasks as required.
• Acting as a Fire Marshal and First Aid representative at the facility (training will be provided if certification is not already held).

H&S

Adhering to our company H&S policy and ensuring that all company risk assessments are observed where applicable to your role, taking ownership of improvements and escalating concerns where necessary.

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ISO

Contribute to the continual improvement of our management systems to ensure compliance with our legal obligations and maintain certification.

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Location

The work location will predominantly be our Westworks facility. However, as we are a global operator and to encourage the development of our staff, our Runners may be, from time to time, deployed to support other projects.

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REQUIREMENTS

Experience Profile:
Essential

• Excellent time-keeping skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Being proactive.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
• Be committed and client facing.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment if needed.

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Desirable

• An interest in sport / sports production and media.
• An understanding of the industry.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• An interest in broadcast operations or technology.

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Qualifications:

Essential

• Full clean UK driving licence and 21 or over.

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This job description details the key elements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Job roles evolve over time and job holders may be required to complete additional tasks in line with business needs.

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CORE VALUE COMPETENCIES

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ROLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES