Automation Director FTC

Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 7 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.

As Sky Sports Automation Director within Sky Sports Racing, you will sit at the heart of our live output, combining live gallery directing, editorial judgement and automation technology expertise to deliver high-quality racing coverage across all platforms.

Working in a studio-based automated gallery environment, you will collaborate closely with producers, editorial teams, presenters, engineers and operational staff to ensure programmes are delivered accurately, dynamically and to the highest Sky broadcast standards. You will be at the forefront of a new way of working with an interest in new technology.

• Operate live automation technology for programme transmission, ensuring smooth and reliable output.
• Utilize automation systems to manage complex production sequences and adapt to live changes as needed.
• Monitor and resolve errors or conflicts in the rundown using NRCS or automation tools.
• Respond dynamically to breaking situations, adjusting live coding while maintaining broadcast standards.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of multi-camera directing, lighting, sound, graphics, and media delivery.
• Proficient in Ross Overdrive and its integration with gallery devices (vision/sound mixers, graphics, video playout, camera robotics).
• Manage camera shot selection via Shotoku and coordinate production crews, presenters, reporters, and remote sources.
• Collaborate with editorial teams to ensure accurate building and coding of story elements within automation workflows.
• Make rapid, clear decisions under pressure to maintain Sky's high-quality output.
• Work closely with internal/external teams to gather requirements and develop efficient automation workflows.
• Partner with management and engineering to refine processes and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Uphold compliance, safety, and company standards while fostering an inclusive, innovative, and high-performing environment.
• Act as an ambassador for Sky Sports, ensuring integrity, respect, and customer-focused decision-making.

• Strong passion for TV production with deep familiarity with Sky brands and subject matter.
• Proficient in Ross Overdrive and its integration with gallery systems.
• Solid knowledge of multi-camera directing, lighting, sound, and graphics.
• Understanding of horse racing and related editorial requirements.
• Extensive experience in live television gallery operations.
• Technologically driven with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Highly collaborative and team-oriented.
• Confident in fast-paced, dynamic environments with the ability to make quick, effective decisions under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm during live broadcasts.

Sky Sports Racing is Sky Sports' dedicated horse racing channel, delivering trusted, informative and entertaining coverage across live television and digital platforms.

We foster a collaborative, inclusive and innovative culture where creativity, integrity and respect sit at the heart of everything we do. If you're excited by live sport, evolving broadcast technology and editorial storytelling, this is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping our output.

We're looking for creative individuals with a keen eye for detail to join our team and enhance our world class output across all platforms. If you can embrace the fast-paced nature of sports broadcasting, then this could be for you.

• Access to free NOWTV, for streaming all your favourite shows
• A generous pension package
• Private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband

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…