IPTV Systems Lead – Video Distribution & Live Events

Hornets Basketball Brand; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornets Basketball Brand in Charlotte, NC is seeking an IPTV Engineer to assist with programming, deployment and management of IPTV systems and video distribution across the organization. You will work with ViaTech and other platforms to ensure reliable content delivery for arena events and retail operations.

The role requires 3–5 years IPTV experience, strong networking knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot complex AV setups. Flexibility for nights, weekends and travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 3-5 years of IPTV experience in a corporate setting.
• Intermediate knowledge of IPTV systems (ViaTech a plus).
• Basic knowledge of live event video.
• Familiarity with network-related troubleshooting, maintenance, and monitoring tools.
• Solid understanding of Adobe Creative Suite elements, including After Effects, Photoshop and Premiere.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, addressing, firewalls, routers, VLANs, and VPN; ability to configure networked AV devices and Video over IP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present ideas clearly.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments; planning and organizing.
• Dependability and interpersonal skills; detail oriented.
• Ability to operate tools, components, peripheral accessories and research video system issues.
• Some heavy lifting is required.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, weekends and arena events.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all IPTV systems including ViaTech and any new video distribution system.
• IPTV lead with managing and overseeing hardware updates, replacement parts, connectivity, etc.
• Oversee the ingestion, encoding and distribution of video content.
• Maintain an inventory of all IPTV systems within the arena, accurately document instances of video equipment or failure, repair, installation and removal.
• Gain base understanding of company applications as they relate to video.
• Design content requirements, schedules, checklists or systems to streamline workflow and ensure consistent operations.
• Manage and execute marketing and corporate partnership assets, per contractual obligations.
• Provide troubleshooting, installation, configuration and testing of all digital display and IPTV systems to include but not limited to LED content playback and processor systems, monitors, digital media players, fiber converters, projection systems, digital signage displays, LED displays, RF cable systems, streaming and encoding technologies, etc.
• Ensure a high standard of installation, cable management and serviceability for all systems.
• Ensure all A/V, Broadcast equipment remains event ready, is properly setup and tested prior to use.
• Perform regular testing and validation of IPTV services.
• Schedule trafficking for all digital signage elements.
• Provide after-hours and weekend support as required for arena events, NBA games, third-party sporting events and the retail operations.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

IPTV experience

IPTV systems

Live event video

Network troubleshooting

Adobe Creative Suite

Networking fundamentals

Communication

Prioritization

Planning & organizing

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Tools & devices operation

Heavy lifting

Flexible schedule

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications

Tools

ViaTech

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Hornets Basketball Brand in Charlotte, NC is seeking an IPTV Engineer to assist with programming, deployment and management of IPTV systems and video distribution across the organization. You will work with ViaTech and other platforms to ensure reliable content delivery for arena events and retail operations.

The role requires 3–5 years IPTV experience, strong networking knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot complex AV setups. Flexibility for nights, weekends and travel is expected.