Sound Operator

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Who We Are

At Warner Bros. Discovery, we’re not just about wizards, dragons, and superheroes. We’re a vibrant community of storytellers, creators, and dreamers who bring iconic content and beloved brands to life. From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers, we offer career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to help you grow into your best self. Here, you are supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive.

Your New Role

As a Broadcast Sound Operator, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality audio for live sports broadcasts across WBD Sports. Working in state-of-the-art facilities—including Studios, Galleries, Sound Control Rooms, Commentary Booths, and Multi-Function Rooms—you will support all aspects of audio production, from setup and mixing to recording and delivery for live sporting events produced globally.

This shift-based role supports a 365-day broadcast operation and is dual-located across Chiswick and Stockley Park, with occasional international location work as required.

Call to Action

If you are passionate about audio, enjoy live sports, and want to contribute to world-class broadcast productions, we would love to hear from you!

Please note: this is an onsite, shift work position.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Coordinate the operational activation, adjustment, monitoring, and recording of multiple sound sources during live events.
• Collaborate with local and international production teams to ensure audio guidelines are followed and all stings and beds are up to date.
• Deliver clear notes and documentation to other operators and the wider production team.
• Log and tag all audio for each live production to support future edits, clearances, and rights agreements.
• Ensure high-quality audio routing, mixing, and monitoring of multiple audio sources.
• Complete setup and testing of equipment in a timely manner, ensuring all required content is in place and levels have been checked.
• Work with live broadcasting teams to ensure seamless delivery of events.
• Act as a point of contact for upcoming productions and on assigned live broadcast days.
• Support upgrades and testing of audio and corporate systems to ensure all equipment is functioning to the desired standard.
• Provide a daily Sound Operator report for each production.
• Stay updated on administrative tasks and provide handovers to colleagues.
• Contribute to the development of training plans for staff and freelancer training requirements.
• Identify key development opportunities for improved workflows, system development, and enhanced reporting.
• Partner with the bookings team and facility management to ensure efficient utilization of all technical and human resources.
• Promote the sharing of best practices and process change opportunities to support an efficient and effective department.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience coordinating multiple sound inputs from various locations simultaneously.
• In-depth knowledge of audio principles and technologies.
• Working knowledge of both remote and studio audio broadcast setups.
• A good ear for audio processing and the ability to identify and address audio quality issues.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to address technical challenges and recording issues.
• Proficiency in industry-standard routing systems and audio editing software.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with the ability to manage workload effectively and independently.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, adaptable to working with diverse personalities and levels of authority.
• A passion for audio and a keen interest in sports.
• Strong work ethic and a drive for excellence.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a challenging environment.

Onsite Working

This role is advertised as onsite, meaning all working hours and days (regardless of shift pattern) will be carried out at the place of work. Subject to applicable laws, WBD reserves the right to change this working agreement as necessary for business needs, with reasonable notice.

How We Get Things Done

At WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate. They are central to how we get things done. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to building a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.