Responsible for the strategic planning and
technical execution of all on air graphics and voiceovers, we are looking for a
driven self-starter eager to shape the viewer experience across our channels.
As a Navigation Coordinator, you'll play a
critical role in strategising and planning On-Air graphic elements that guide
our audiences through a diverse range of programming. Your primary focus will
be on developing and technically executing graphic plans that not only align
with our brand's vision but also enhance viewer engagement and drive retention
across our UK and International channels.
You'll be responsible for the creative and
strategic execution of voiceover scripts, including managing talent recordings,
directing voiceovers when needed, and overseeing script development to ensure
all continuity elements seamlessly reflect our brand's identity.
As well as having a strategic and creative
flair and a passion for all things TV, it’s equally important that you enjoy
working with systems, troubleshooting, and optimising processes for operational
efficiency. A keen interest in technical workflows and problem-solving is
required as you are not only responsible for the Continuity and Navigation
strategies, but also for delivering the graphic and voiceover assets and
workflows, ensuring they go to air as planned.
Strong teamwork and time management skills
will help you to thrive in this role as you will work closely within your small
team, as well as with the On-Air and Media Planning teams, to juggle all areas
across Continuity and Navigation. We move at a quick pace to support all our
channels and programmes.
This is a permanent
position. This role will be hybrid based in the London
office, working on exciting, award-winning brands like Sky HISTORY and
Crime+Investigation.
Key responsibilities:
- On-Air Strategy: Collaborate with the Head of Navigation to develop
and implement strategies that drive viewer engagement and retention, ensuring
all continuity and navigation elements align with the brand’s vision and
strategic objectives across all platforms
- Graphic Planning: Strategise and plan the placement and timing
of graphic elements, deliver weekly UK On-Air graphics plans to Sky Playout,
and manage monthly international graphics deliveries to our Playout houses
- Performance Analysis and Adaptation: Work with Insights
& Analytics and Media Planning teams to evaluate the effectiveness of
continuity and navigation strategies, adjusting plans based on data-driven
insights to optimise performance and viewer retention.
- Produce and Direct: Work with talent to refine continuity
voiceover scripts across multiple channels, while assisting with voiceover
direction
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all links and amendments are
accurately recorded in the audio and scheduling system and verify all scheduled
continuity announcements before transmission
- Talent Management: Source new talent for our UK brands and write
scripts for talent featured in our local commissions
- Innovation and Trends: Stay ahead of industry trends and
technological advancements in On-Air Navigation, continuously proposing and
integrating innovative ideas to keep the brand’s visual presentation fresh and
engaging
- Training & Support: Train and mentor On-Air Interns
working in Continuity & Navigation.
- Problem-Solving: Quickly identify and address incidents with a
professional approach, ensuring timely resolutions
- Collaborative Projects: Work closely with peers in the On-Air
Planning department on broader business projects, such as channel launches and
special programming stunts
- Operational Expertise: Develop a practical understanding of
transmission playouts and manage projects aimed at improving continuity and
navigation, including in-programme graphics, full-screen graphics and branded
channel logos
- Cross-Departmental Liaison: Serve as a key point
of contact for other departments, handling day-to-day queries and ensuring
smooth communication
- Leadership Support: Provide full coverage and support in the
absence of the Head of Navigation role
- Stakeholder Engagement: Increase your knowledge and
understanding of key stakeholder teams such as Playout, Presentation, Media
Planning, Programme Planning, Creative, Compliance and Production.
To
be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate the
following key competencies:
- Supporting
and co-operating
- Analysing
and interpreting
- Organising
and executing
- Adapting
and coping
- Enterprising
and performing.
We
are also looking for someone who:
- Works
proficiently as a team member on solo tasks and is quick to attend to and
resolve any issues that might arise autonomously
- Can
work in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment with a clear ability to
manage time, multiple deadlines and workload independently
- Is
detail-oriented and ensures accuracy and efficiency in planning and scheduling
- Is
pro-active and self-motivated with a great team-spirit
- Can
build strong relationships and is keen develop stakeholder management skills
- Takes
ownership of processes and ensures smooth execution
- Is
a problem-solver who can troubleshoot effectively and improve workflows.
Essential
Skills / Knowledge:
- Good
ability to dissect issues to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems or
editorial issues related to on-air elements, ensuring a smooth on-air
presentation
- Understands
the strategic role of continuity in maintaining audience engagement and
enhancing the overall viewing experience
- Good
knowledge of industry-standard software and workflows for planning, executing,
and monitoring on air elements across multiple channels
- Keen
attention to detail & highly organised with positive approaches to learning
new software
- Strong
communication skills (verbal, written and presentational) – the ability to
explain and present complex information in simple terms
- Understands
the behind-the-scenes mechanics of the TV viewing experience.
Desirable
Skills / Knowledge:
- Experience
in workflows related to on air outputs for GFX generation, scriptwriting,
voiceover ingest and voice over artist booking and coordination and recording
and strategic planning
- Experience
in script and voice-over direction
- Knowledge
of broadcasting standards.
What
We Offer:
- Opportunities
for professional growth within a leading media company
- Collaborative
and dynamic work environment
- Hybrid
working arrangements
- Learning
and development opportunities such as career coaching, mentoring, and AI
training.