We are looking for a

Head of Media Engineering

to join our media and technology centre in Biggin Hill. This role will manage the media engineering group to deliver the strategic and tactical objectives of Formula 1.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsuring broadcast systems and staffing meet F1’s operational requirements and demands.Responsibility for Formula 1’s production and remote broadcast infrastructure.Defining strategic technical upgrades within Media Engineering and ensuring project delivery.Ensuring F1 facilitates broadcast infrastructure to rights holders.Overseeing and managing the provision of Audio/Visual operations within the F1 Paddock Club at F1 events, in conjunction with Media Engineering’s Hospitality and Events AV team.Developing and maintaining strong business relationships internally and with leading broadcast industry manufacturers, F1 partners, and innovators.Leading F1''s broadcast engineering and support functions, ensuring a culture of trust, integrity, and professionalism.Managing freelance and contract staff effectively.Staying updated on emerging technological changes with the department’s Senior Engineering Managers.Preparing annual departmental budgets aligned with F1’s objectives.Leading the continual development and enhancement of the department''s services, including potential technical partnerships.About YouDegree qualification in Broadcast Engineering or a closely related subject.Significant experience in managing, supervising, and leading a large and diverse team of broadcast engineering and operational technical staff.Over 10 years of experience in broadcast television engineering operations, ideally within a tier-one sports live outside broadcast environment.Understanding of current and developing technical standards related to broadcast and media engineering/post-production, applicable to both linear TV and OTT production and distribution.Proven ability to deliver complex technical projects on time and within budget.Ability to clearly communicate technical requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Experience in planning, delivering, and troubleshooting operational departmental obligations.Flexibility to interact at all business levels, from executive management to mentoring junior staff.Established professional relationships with broadcast industry equipment manufacturers and service providers.Division:

Broadcast and MediaFor more details, salary, and company information, please use the apply link.

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