The duties of the broadcast manager

Varying from one channel to another, the responsibilities of the broadcast manager cover several areas: the consistency of program broadcasting, the quality of the broadcast (graphic consistency, notably with respect to the style guide; sound and visual quality, technical broadcast quality), compliance with broadcast obligations (notably legal ones), and oversight of the broadcast running orders (daily broadcast schedules).

Become a station manager

What skills are required to become a broadcast manager?

The broadcast manager must not only know the regulations governing television broadcasting, but also have a good understanding of telecommunications, electronics, and post-production techniques to ensure continuity of broadcast. Finally, they must be able to react without delay in case of breaking news or a technical problem. They are competent in programming, production, and broadcasting alike.

How to Become a Station Manager?

IESA Audiovisual and Film Program

IESA arts&culture offers a dedicated program to become a Station Manager:

In which fields does a station manager work?

The station manager is an employee of a television channel, at executive level.

What career progression is there for a station manager?

The station manager can become director of special operations, of productions or of programming.

What is a station manager’s salary?

A station manager’s salary starts at €2,000 per month.