Register Your Interest - CNBC Studio Operations Placement

Register Your Interest - CNBC Studio Operations Placement

Programme Essentials

To join one of our 12-month Internships you must meet one of the following criteria:

1. Currently be an undergraduate studying at University and returning to full time education in Autumn 2027
2. Looking for employment after completing A-Levels or equivalent course or an Apprenticeship

In addition, you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction for the duration of the internship from Monday 29th June 2026 – Friday 23rd July 2027

You must be flexible and willing to work a variety of shift patterns, starting between 3am-9am.

We strongly advise that you do not apply to more than 1 Internship role to ensure that you are considered for the Internship that you are most interested in and that your skills are aligned to

What will I be doing?

As the Technical Operations Intern, you will work closely with the Studio Operations team in the broadcast of CNBC’s daily business and financial news programs and recordings. You will support the Technical Operators and Studio Directors to deliver 4 hours of live TV News programming and any pre-recorded content that is produced in the London Studio each day. This internship position is ideal for someone looking to gain experience in a fast-paced, exciting live news environment in a multi-skilled TV Gallery role.

What will I learn from this opportunity?

Sound Operation:

• Mixing and monitoring studio sound during live TV transmission
• Prepare microphone allocation, ensure that connections to Video Tape (VT) sources, external guest sources and music sources are in place
• Communicate with the Master Control Room (TV Transmission team) on a regular basis when establishing any fixed camera/satellite links and correcting satellite guest’s camera framing Video Tape & Camera

Operations:

• Playing multiple program Video Tape (VT) material using our Grass Valley playout system, Stratus Rundown
• Opportunity to learn about operating studio cameras in a live news environment TV Studio Floor Management:
• Greeting and preparing high-profile guests to goon-air
• Mic up studio guests
• Help to manage the studio environment, ensuring guests are in the right place on time
• Awareness of basic health and safety measures with the ability to spot and fix potential issues/escalate if necessary
• First port of call to assist TV Presenters and help to fix issues while on-air Lighting
• Assist with changing and resetting studio lights during production as directed

General:

• Basic maintenance and housekeeping of studio equipment as required
• Develop an excellent awareness of the daily show format • Help to maintain smooth & calm operations in the studio

What do I need to bring to the role?

1. Passion for live TV Production
2. Strong Interest in TV broadcast News and live TV studio environments
3. Ability to handle the pressure of live TV broadcasts
4. Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and a team player who can keep calm in a live TV environment
5. Willingness to work early shifts (5am call time, car service available for early shifts)
6. Can Multi-task (operating of multiple systems and equipment)

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

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