Floor Manager at eMedia Investments

Studio & Production Oversight

• Floor manage in-studio and outside broadcasts.
• Update presenters with script changes during live broadcasts.
• Ensure guests arrive on time and understand studio protocols.
• Check functionality of equipment (microphones, earpieces, etc.).
• Relay instructions from the control room to the studio floor.
• Supervise set arrangements, including furniture, props, and audience seating.
• Manage on-air discipline and handle technical issues as they arise.
• Halt production if necessary due to safety or technical concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Maintain all health and safety requirements
• Supervising and verifying the set process, i.e. equipment — screens, chairs, props, microphones and technical gear, as required.
• Directing and guiding studio audience as required.
• Facilitating rehearsals for live shows
• Liaising with the Producer and Director and relaying instructions between the control room and studio staff
• Attending to with technical problems and/or any arising issues promptly to ensure a seamless production.

Management and Compliance

• Communicate director’s instructions clearly to presenters and crew.
• Assist in production planning and coordination.
• Oversee technical teams (lighting, props, camera crew) to ensure smooth operation.
• Keep director and producer informed of off-camera developments.
• Ensure adherence to call times and production schedules.
• Monitor live events and relay updates to studio teams.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, including keeping clear ‘safe areas’ and fire exits.
• Looking ahead in the programme schedule to anticipate any changes to the set or to see what props are required later in the show.

Team and Stakeholder Relationships

• Build, support and maintain interpersonal and team relationships to ensure stable working environment and achievement of team objectives
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance.  
• Handle inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Engage actively in discussions, ensuring collaboration across multiple teams.
• Build strong relationships, develop sources, and collaborate with media teams.
• Balance workloads effectively to maximize efficiency and minimize last-minute chaos.
• Maintain professional relationships with public relations teams, guests, and media personnel.

Personal Development

• Engage in continuous learning, complete development plans, and stay informed on current events.
• Completing Individual Development Plan.
• Attending a minimum of 2 learning and development courses bi-annually.
• Participating in peer and team learning initiatives.

Budget Compliance

• Adhere to work standards to optimize resource use.
• Meeting and complying with work practices, standards and methods and ensuring application of financial parameters.

Production and on-air oversight

• Helping plan and prepare the programme.
• Running sound and lighting checks to make sure that equipment is working properly.
• Giving cues and time counts to actors, presenters and technicians.
• Assisting any guests on the show and any last-minute changes.
• Checking on health and safety requirements.

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Technical Operations

Experience

• 5 years inTechnical and/or Floor
• Drivers Licenses