Assistant Producer for Graphics (Part Time, Specified Purpose Contract)
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Assistant Producer for Graphics (Part Time, Specified Purpose Contract)
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Assistant Producer for Graphics (Part Time, Specified Purpose Contract), Virgin Media Ireland
Westgate Business Park, Ballymount, Dublin 24
About Virgin Media:
Virgin Media is the leading connected entertainment cable and broadcast business in Ireland. Every day we deliver connections that really matter for thousands of people, with multi award-winning services including superfast broadband, TV, mobile and home phone. Our Virgin Media Business division provides the fastest broadband speeds and connectivity solutions for entrepreneurs, businesses and the public sector.
Virgin Media Television, our broadcast division, is Ireland’s number one commercial public service broadcaster offering three free-to-air channels: Virgin Media One, Virgin Media Two, Virgin Media Three, Virgin Media Four as well as Virgin Media Play. We are a significant investor in home produced content, including news, current affairs and drama, as well as offering the best in international programming. Virgin Media More, a platform exclusive channel for Virgin TV customers, offers the very best of first look premium content, including ground-breaking Irish and International drama, documentaries & sport. Our advertising sales agency, Virgin Media Solutions, creates unique, innovative campaigns for our business and for third party clients across the UK and Ireland.
Virgin Media is part of Liberty Global, one of the world’s leading converged video, broadband and communications companies with operations in seven European countries. Liberty Global is a founding member of the European Green Digital Coalition and is included in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. Following the challenges brought about the global pandemic, the power of connectivity to deliver positive, meaningful change to people’s lives has never been clearer. Our inclusion in these prestigious indices for the ninth year running attests to our long-standing commitment to the importance of sustainability and ensuring that we are strong corporate citizens as well as responsible stewards of the environment across the markets in which we operate.
For further information please visit: www.virginmedia.ie
About the Role:
In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that live graphics are accurate, timely, and editorially impactful. You’ll collaborate with graphics operators and production teams to bring key stats and storylines to life during broadcasts. The position is directly tied to live sports schedules, including the UEFA Champions League, Six Nations, International football, and the League of Ireland. As such, shift patterns and working days will flex to meet the demands of live coverage, requiring a sharp editorial eye and a cool head under pressure. Previous experience a must. This is a specified contract which will run from September 2025 to May 2026. The successful candidate will work approx. 64 hours per month for a 9m period. Flexibility will be required in line with the demands of live Television.
Specific Duties & Tasks:
* Oversee the accuracy, relevance, and timeliness of all live sports graphics.
* Work closely with the dedicated graphics operator to ensure smooth implementation of visual elements.
* Continuously monitor game statistics, trends, and key insights, alerting the production team to emerging storylines.
* Collaborate with producers, directors, and editorial teams to determine which graphics best enhance live coverage.
* Verify all graphics for factual accuracy and editorial relevance before they go on air.
* Occasionally assist in other production roles as required.
Skills & Expertise:
* Strong understanding of live sports and key statistical trends.
* Excellent editorial judgment and attention to detail.
* Ability to quickly analyse game developments and translate them into compelling graphics.
* Strong communication skills for coordinating between operators and production teams.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure broadcast environment.
The Person:
* First class problem-solver who gets to the heart of the matter.
* The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with the business while ascertaining the key impact/detail behind the issue/request.
* A team player who can lead by example and inspire others on a daily basis.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and embrace change.
* A methodical approach to both daily tasks and project work.
* Explores opportunities by being resourceful and self-motivating.
Virgin Media is an equal opportunities employer. Having a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business
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