Ingest/Transmission Operator

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. seeks an Ingest/Transmission Operator in Washington, DC to oversee inbound/outbound media and ensure on-air quality. You’ll monitor, troubleshoot, and prepare programming for playout while coordinating live feeds with guests, hosts, and external providers.

The role requires deep knowledge of broadcast workflows, MCR tech, and strong under pressure communication. This is a full-time on-site position in the US capital region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a technical field.
• Minimum 4 years in a technical or file-based broadcast environment.
• Minimum 2 years ingest or transmission experience in live TV.
• Fluent English, able to communicate clearly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage studio connections for guests and hosts.
• Ingest and route live feeds from satellite, IP, agency and web sources.
• Ensure content availability and media quality for playout.
• Operate contribution, routing, ingest and signal processing systems.
• Monitor contribution and return paths to studios and recording systems.
• Troubleshoot faults and maintain incident reporting.

Skills

Broadcast playout

MCR technology

Signals routing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

NDI

Vizrt Mosart

Job description

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Ingest/Transmission Operator

Tech Ops Full Time Washington, DC, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1002

Salary Range: $54,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate, line up and manage studio connections for guests and hosts
• Coordinate, setup, route and ingest live feeds from contributions sources including satellite, IP, agency and web sources
• Ensure content is available as required
• Operate a range of contribution, routing, ingest and signal processing systems confidently and quickly
• Monitor and control contribution and return paths to studios, TX and recording systems
• Diagnose and resolve contribution, ingest and DTL faults
• Act as the operational contact for assigned live feeds
• Liaise with external providers, correspondents and internal stakeholders
• Ensure technical, timing and quality standards are met
• Maintain detailed incident, ingest and DTL reporting
• Assist in maintaining documentation and procedures
• Support control room, TX and technology teams during live operations
• Knowledge NDI, software workflows and Vizrt Mosart is not necessary but it’s a plus.
• Undertake basic fault finding and elevate problems where necessary.
• Understand the requirements of live studio production and provide good service and support to all media operations clients.
• Monitor and control video encoding and decoding systems.
• Troubleshoot all incoming & outgoing systems.
• Prepare backup plan in case of device or transmission line failure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in broadcast playout and associated technologies/workflows/standards.
• Experience in the operation of a range of MCR related technology
• Knowledge of broadcast contribution technologies and high-level fault analysis.
• Awareness of current encoding technologies
• An understanding of news and current affairs and an eye for detail.
• An in-depth technical understanding of ‘Quality Control’ and the tools required to achieve this.
• An understanding of digital and video formats, ingest workflow, servers, and broadcast production.
• Fluent English speaker and able to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
• Able to deal with competing demands and remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of the Broadcast production workflow.
• Have a firm understanding of broadcast technical standards.
• Possess a sound knowledge of the broadcast formats, server systems and diagnostic tools.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to work in a stressful and fast paced News environment.
• Must be organized and punctual.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a technical capacity.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working within a technical or file-based broadcast environment.
• Minimum of 2 years Ingest or Transmission experience ideally in a live television operation or an appropriate media qualification.

I have received, reviewed, and fully understand the job description for Ingest/Transmission Operator (MCR). I further understand that I am responsible for the satisfactory execution of the job functions described therein, under all conditions as described.