Production Assistant

Production Assistant - Ireland AM, Virgin Media Television

Westgate Business Park, Ballymount, Dublin 24

About Virgin Media

Virgin Media Ireland is home to the country’s fastest broadband and is the leading provider of connected entertainment and broadcasting. We power millions of connections nationwide every single day, delivering award‑winning ultrafast broadband, TV, mobile and home phone services that keep Ireland working, streaming and communicating at superfast speed. Our Virgin Media Business division provides the fastest broadband speeds and advanced connectivity solutions for entrepreneurs, SMEs, large organisations and the public sector.

Virgin Media Television is Ireland’s number one commercial public service broadcaster, delivering four free‑to‑air channels - Virgin Media One, Virgin Media Two, Virgin Media Three and Virgin Media Four, along with Virgin Media Play, our state‑of‑the‑art free streaming service. We deliver fresh, diverse and original Irish content - from news and current affairs to entertainment, factual and drama - alongside the best of international programming.

Virgin Media Ireland is part of Liberty Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: LBTYA, LBTYB, LBTYK), a leading international converged connectivity and investment company. Liberty Global manages three complementary platforms: Liberty Telecom, which provides around 80 million fixed and mobile connections across Europe and generates $21.6 billion in aggregate revenue; Liberty Growth, which invests in scalable technology, media, sports and infrastructure businesses valued at $3.4 billion; and Liberty Services, which delivers technology, operational and financial services generating approximately $700 million annually*. Together, these platforms create long‑term, sustainable value for shareholders.

For more information, visit www.virginmedia.ie.

*As independently valued as of December 31, 2025. 

**Represents full year 2025 revenue of Liberty Services, substantially all of which is derived from our consolidated businesses and nonconsolidated joint ventures

About the Role

Virgin Media’s Daytime TV Show Ireland AM Show are seeking an ambitious production assistant who are keen to learn and grow in a Live TV environment. This is an entry level position with great opportunity to develop within Virgin Media TV. 

Specific Duties & Tasks

• Greeting all TV Show visitors.
• Ensure the smooth running of front of house services/arrivals/departures
• Providing Digital Social support as required to TV Production crew 
• Carrying out TV research where needed.
• Attending and supporting pre-recorded and Live TV Shoots
• Assisting backstage with musical performances and visiting talent 
• Ensuring that all team members have up-to-date scripts.
• Standing in for other junior colleagues in their absence.
• Keeping guest rooms studios and other areas prepared as per live TV requirements.
• General administration work, updating sign in sheets/Replying to emails/social queries
• Generating, pitching and developing show content
• Setting up Virtual Guests via Skype, Zoom, Google
• Liaising with agents, handlers and fielding last minute queries
• Manage last minute changes and communicate efficiently to all stakeholders
• Ensuring Covid compliance for all visitors as necessary 
• Manage stylists, Models and Fashion clothing accessories arrivals

Skills & Expertise

• Media qualification or equivalent hands-on experience desirable
• Enthusiasm and energy for meeting new people and building relationships
• Strong IT skills and passionate about Live TV, Social Media and digital production
• Be a great ambassador for the Virgin Media Brand and make all guests feel welcome
• Ability to Trouble shoot and communicate any problems with confidence
• Appreciation and knowledge of Virgin Media TV’s Daytime Programming – Ireland AM/Six O Clock show
• Show great Initiative and willingness to learn
• An awareness of food hygiene and health and safety issues is advantageous

The Person

• First class problem solving skills who gets to the heart of the matter
• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently at all times
• A ‘team player’ and someone who can work on their own initiative
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and embrace change
• Excelled organisational skills and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work well under the pressure of a live studio environment

Virgin Media is an equal opportunities employer. Having a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business

Join and you’ll be part of the Virgin Media family. You can trust us to do the right thing by you. We’re a great place to work and we offer impressive benefits too. Get ready for a generous holiday allowance, birthday day off, contributory pension, healthcare and discounts on our fantastic mobile broadband and cable.