Transmission Operator
Discovery Communications
London, UKThis was removed by the employer on 1/21/2022 5:32:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transmission Operator. The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for maintaining the scheduled play out of multiple transmission channels as well as the execution of live events.
Responsibilities
• Execute correct procedure for the live broadcast in cooperation with Live Scheduling, Ingest Operators, Live Technical Operators, and Engineering
• Instruct Ingest and Live Technical Operators in programming requirements, including emergency procedures
• Liaise with Ingest Operators, Live Technical Operators, and Engineering, as well as Production during a live broadcast.
• Fulfil external client requirements, such as live odds commercial play-out.
• Update What's On system during live broadcast and make required adjustments to maintain schedule
• Ensure compliance with regulatory body is maintained and report any discrepancies to relevant parties
• Control and process recordings of live broadcast
• Report issues for follow-up and provide any external reports required for the event
• Maintain a high level of reliability on live broadcasts and continuously keep skills honed and up to date with business needs
• Confident in writing up Discrepancy reports when issues occur on air
Qualifications
• Previous experience working in a live broadcast environment, preferably with play-out experience. –
• Preferable experience working with Grass Valley ITX and or Aveco for live broadcasts
• A working knowledge of Ofcom
• Well-developed communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good IT skills and What's On experience or experience of a similar scheduling system
• Familiarity with ScheduleAll or Mediapulse bookings/roster systems
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Flexibility and adaptability to different demands of the business
• Knowledge of Google Suite products – Mail, Docs
• Comfortable working shifts – days and nights
• Excellent decision-making skills
• Strong team player
• An interest in sports is beneficial