The team was recently on the ground in Northern Ireland, supporting media backwatching operations during the riots across the Province.
Journalists and camera crews covering these events often require dedicated protection, and as a backwatcher provider, our role is to guide and assist whilst simultaneously looking out for any potential hazards or threats.
When the camera crew are looking through a viewfinder or focusing on a screen, their situational awareness is limited. Kerbs, lampposts and parked cars all become risks. Straying into people or crowds can also be a major hazard. Our presence provides 360-degree awareness, deterring potential interference, assault or theft while they focus on reporting.
Ultimately, our job is to protect the team. They must have total confidence in our ability, professionalism and awareness – we are their second pair of eyes.
Find out more: https://minimalrisk.co.uk/media-backwatching/