Media Operations Manager

Alle Mediavacatures; Hilversum; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

INSIGHT TV is seeking a Media Operations Manager to lead the Media Operations team through the full media lifecycle from acquisition to distribution. You will own the Media Asset Management system, drive improvements, and coordinate with playout and content partners to ensure timely delivery.

You will manage resources and collaborate with IT, vendors, and production crews to optimize media workflows. Fluency in English and TV/post-production experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a Media Operations team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Media Operations team across the media lifecycle from acquisition to distribution.
• Provide escalation support to users and act as the main contact for BAU with vendors.
• Coordinate with playout and content partners to ensure on-time delivery and QA.

Skills

Media operations management

3+ years TV post

Attention to detail

Media formats knowledge

Field & OB production

Post-production workflows

NLEs experience

Broadcast systems knowledge

MAM systems knowledge

HDR knowledge

Playout & distribution

24/7 broadcast experience

multitasking

Communication skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor/ Diploma in related technical field

Job description

Omschrijving bedrijf

INSIGHT TV is the leading Millennial and Gen-Z global broadcaster, distributor, and channel operator, and is available on over 178 platforms, across 56 Countries, in 12 languages. Based in Amsterdam, INSIGHT TV, focusses on real life, story-driven content across multiple genres and verticals.

INSIGHT TV’s linear flagship channels include: INULTRA (4K UHD) and INPLUS (HD). as well as a suite of digital channels that include, INFAST (Lifestyle), INTROUBLE (Action Sports), INWONDER (Science & Technology), INWILD (Nature & Wildlife co-venture with Off the Fence), and INTRAVEL (Travel & Lifestyle).

Insight TV partners and works with the biggest brands and media in the world.

Business Website:

https://business.insight.tv/

Newsroom

https://newsroom.insight.tv/

Omschrijving functie werkzaamheden

The Media Operations Manager reports to the VP Technology and is responsible for managing the Media Operations team responsible for the entire media lifecycle from acquisition through to distribution. The Media Operations Manager is part of the Technology Department at TERN.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Product Owner for our Media Asset Management system:
• Subject-Matter-Expert for the business’
• Responsible for the continual development and improvement of the system, workflow and processes through robust change management and in-line with the business’ needs
• Provide escalated support to users
• Main point-of-contact for BAU communication with associated vendor(s)
• Management of Media Operations teams:
• Ensure the Media Operations team are adequately resourced to ensure appropriate availability and support to businesses under the WSMG Holding
• Perform regular 1-on-1 catchups with direct-reports to ensure team health and mitigate any staffing issues that may arise
• Complete Performance Reviews with direct reports in accordance with HR procedures
• Work across departments to understand and predict Media Operations requirements
• Work with Technical Projects Managers, IT and the VP Technology to continually develop and improve media-related processes and workflows
• Ensure documentation is up to date
• Responsible for the co-ordination, QC and ingest of all RAW rushes, TX masters, localisation and associated technical deliverables into the MAM and BMS
• Liaise with our playout and content partners to ensure all material is delivered on-time. If material failed QC, make sure that replacement content is delivered or corrective action is taken.
• Media contact for content buyers to ensure that all outgests of media assets and any other required elements are delivered on-time and according to the agreed technical specifications.
• Provide technical guidance to production and outside broadcast teams to ensure appropriate tooling and workflows to deliver according to the agreed technical specifications
• Provide technical support as required

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Experience managing a Media Operations team
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in a related technical field
• At least 3 years’ experience in a TV/Post-production environment is a pre-requisite
• A critical eye and ear
• Extensive knowledge of media specifications and formats
• Familiar with field and outside broadcast productions
• Knowledge of post-production workflows
• Working experience with audio and video NLEs
• Knowledge and experience working with a Broadcast Management System
• Knowledge and experience working with a Media Asset Management System
• Knowledge of HDR and associated formats is a bonus
• Knowledge of linear playout and distribution
• Experience working in a 24/7 broadcast environment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent spoken and written English