Live Broadcast Operations Leader

Digiturk; Fatih; On-site; TRY 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Private Pension BES

Birthday leave

Nursery allowance

Bayram gift card

Global talent programs

Social events

Job summary

Digiturk is seeking a senior broadcast operations leader to direct live TV and web broadcasts, develop plans, and oversee day-to-day facility operations.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in broadcast operations, 5+ in team leadership, strong knowledge of playout, IP-based transmission, OTT platforms, and English fluency. You will lead a cross-functional team and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related fields; Master’s preferred in broadcast systems or media infrastructure.
• 12+ years in broadcast operations with at least 5 years in a team leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge of live broadcast workflows, playout systems, uplink, and OTT platforms.
• Hands-on experience with automation systems and fault diagnostics.
• Strong budgeting, vendor management and operational efficiency.
• Fluent in English with strong broadcast terminology.

Responsibilities

• Directing and coordinating the live broadcast of television and web-based programs.
• Developing and implementing broadcast plans and strategies.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the broadcast facility.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.
• Oversee budgeting and financial management for the operations department.
• Manage technical infrastructure, including equipment maintenance and upgrades.
• Coordinate between production, engineering, and technical teams.
• Liaise with external vendors and service providers for technical support.
• Quickly resolve issues and provide alternative solutions during equipment failures.
• Supervise the technical support team to ensure high-quality service.
• Maintain and troubleshoot video, audio, and transmission equipment.
• Install and test new broadcast equipment and systems.
• Set up and manage equipment for live broadcasts and events.
• Collaborate with creative teams to implement system updates.
• Lead, develop, and coach broadcast operations team; ensure accountability.

Skills

Team leadership

Live broadcast workflows

Budgeting & resource planning

Vendor management

English fluency

Broadcast operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related fields

Master’s degree in broadcast systems / media infrastructure

Tools

Automation systems

Video/audio transmission equipment

IP-based signal transmission / OTT platforms

Job description

Digiturk is seeking a senior broadcast operations leader to direct live TV and web broadcasts, develop plans, and oversee day-to-day facility operations.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in broadcast operations, 5+ in team leadership, strong knowledge of playout, IP-based transmission, OTT platforms, and English fluency. You will lead a cross-functional team and drive operational excellence.