{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0089253190aa8dae24ae9d50","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0089253190aa8dae24ae9d50","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0089253190aa8dae24ae9d50","title":"Ingest/Transmission Operator","description":"If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.\nIngest/Transmission Operator Tech Ops Full Time Washington, DC, US\n30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1002\nSalary Range: $54,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually\nGENERAL DESCRIPTION:\nThe MCR and Ingest Operator is responsible for having a full overview of all inbound/outbound media, content, and latest newsgathering. This individual will monitor the quality and accuracy of the on-air product and contributing sources to ensure the transmission meets company standards, along with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and preparing programming for playout.\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:\nCoordinate, line up and manage studio connections for guests and hosts\nCoordinate, setup, route and ingest live feeds from contributions sources including satellite, IP, agency and web sources\nEnsure content is available as required\nOperate a range of contribution, routing, ingest and signal processing systems confidently and quickly\nMonitor and control contribution and return paths to studios, TX and recording systems\nDiagnose and resolve contribution, ingest and DTL faults\nAct as the operational contact for assigned live feeds\nLiaise with external providers, correspondents and internal stakeholders\nEnsure technical, timing and quality standards are met\nMaintain detailed incident, ingest and DTL reporting\nAssist in maintaining documentation and procedures\nSupport control room, TX and technology teams during live operations\nKnowledge NDI, software workflows and Vizrt Mosart is not necessary but it’s a plus.\nUndertake basic fault finding and elevate problems where necessary.\nUnderstand the requirements of live studio production and provide good service and support to all media operations clients.\nMonitor and control video encoding and decoding systems.\nTroubleshoot all incoming & outgoing systems.\nPrepare backup plan in case of device or transmission line failure.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nExperience in broadcast playout and associated technologies/workflows/standards.\nExperience in the operation of a range of MCR related technology\nKnowledge of broadcast contribution technologies and high-level fault analysis.\nAwareness of current encoding technologies\nAn understanding of news and current affairs and an eye for detail.\nAn in-depth technical understanding of ‘Quality Control’ and the tools required to achieve this.\nAn understanding of digital and video formats, ingest workflow, servers, and broadcast production.\nFluent English speaker and able to communicate effectively both verbally and written.\nAble to deal with competing demands and remain calm under pressure.\nKnowledge of the Broadcast production workflow.\nHave a firm understanding of broadcast technical standards.\nPossess a sound knowledge of the broadcast formats, server systems and diagnostic tools.\nAble to work independently and as part of a team.\nAble to work in a stressful and fast paced News environment.\nMust be organized and punctual.\n\nEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE\nBachelor’s degree preferred in a technical capacity.\nMinimum of 4 years’ experience working within a technical or file-based broadcast environment.\nMinimum of 2 years Ingest or Transmission experience ideally in a live television operation or an appropriate media qualification.\nI have received, reviewed, and fully understand the job description for Ingest/Transmission Operator (MCR). 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