Broadcast and Media Systems Multi-Skilled Technical Operator Apprentice Review

My role includes technical operation of various systems and equipment that are needed for broadcast, offering support to the team and ensuring our programmes are of the highest technical quality and comply with the law and regulatory bodies. This includes, camera operating, editing packages for the programme, on-location filming, working in the gallery, directing and using automated systems, operating and adjusting audio, ingesting content in varying formats and booking external lines for interviews.

From the start I was given clear timetables and schedules so i could prepare for my training. There is a great balance between necessary areas of development and additional areas of interest, to support me in my growth and learning whilst providing a solid framework to meet my apprenticeship and workplace goals.

The support and guidance I receive here is incredible. Since day 1 my schedule has been organised by my managers, ensuring i am getting the best opportunities and training. They have rotated me around many different departments to gain a thorough understanding of my role within the larger team and my managers are always there to help me organise placement or shadowing opportunities when they arise. Consideration is always taken to coordinate my area of training or shadowing with my learning provider topics, to give me the best chance of understanding and succeeding.

Personally and academically they have been very supportive and helpful from the beginning. There is a huge amount of signposting, resources and opportunities for 1-to-1 calls. There is always access to recordings of lessons and tutorials to reflect back on for assignments and i feel the tutors from the training provider are so invested in my progress and learning.

My qualification provides a broader understanding of the areas of responsibility that i face in my work placement role. I am provided with not only information that applies to the industry that I am currently working in, but also the wider TV and film industry. It has offered well broken down modules, with a good amount of hands on practical tasks and experience, which only enhance my capabilities within my role. I feel i have more rounded understanding of Sound Mixing, Camera Operating, File Formats and overall Live Broadcast Programmes due to the NFTS apprenticeship scheme.

Yes

Because it is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience, skills and learning within a globally recognised organisation, allowing you to try your hand at many different areas of the industry and see where your skills and interests lie.