Freelance MCR Operator

DAZN; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A sports broadcasting company in Leeds is seeking freelancers to join its Transmission Team. The role involves routing feeds, ensuring quality, and providing support at major sporting events. Ideal candidates are adaptable, able to work under pressure, and have a passion for sports. Training will be provided, and freelancers can work flexibly around other commitments.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage stress in a high-pressure environment.
• Willing to adapt to various schedules, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Route all feeds necessary for content delivery.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing signals for quality assurance.
• Provide first-line support during major sporting events.

Skills

Ability to work in a high-pressure environment

Willingness to work nights and weekends

Passion for sport

Experience in sports broadcasting roles

Ability to speak a second language

Job description

Department: 73-128 - Delivery - Transmission

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: UK - Leeds

Reporting To: Sabin Toma

Overview

DAZN is growing! New sports rights are now being won regularly, new partnerships are being developed weekly and new teams are being built in every location. We are in partnership with Snap Inc. and YouTube to improve how customers consume our content. We are developing new and original content in addition to our live events and are streaming all over the world, with millions of subscribers across major sporting events from the Champions League final to top boxing events.

We are looking to add freelancers to our Transmission Team. You can work around your other commitments, as much or as little as you like, and you’ll receive full training on the systems we use. Freelancers are extensions of our permanent team and play a vital role in delivering the best possible content to our customers.

If you are interested in registering your interest for future freelance opportunities, please share your CV and contact details. We will be in touch if something suitable comes up. If you don’t hear from us this time, please check back for future freelancer updates and for permanent roles.

Responsibilities

• Route all feeds necessary for smooth delivery of content to the DAZN App
• Monitor incoming and outgoing signals to ensure the highest quality for our customers
• Perform line-ups with teams on site at some of the biggest sporting events
• Provide first line support, troubleshooting any issues that arise
• Report accurately on any issues incurred during the shift

Qualifications

• The ability to work in a high-pressure environment
• The willingness to work nights and weekends when required
• The attitude to get stuck in straight away and learn on the job
• A genuine passion for sport (not essential, just helps)
• Any experience in other sports broadcasting roles
• The ability to speak a second language