Live Broadcast Operations & Media QC Specialist

NY 411; Hauppauge (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramount is seeking a Broadcast Media Operations Specialist in Hauppauge, NY to ensure media workflows from live capture to distribution are ready for linear, streaming, and VOD platforms. This on-site role supports live events, sports, news, and premium programming.

You will work with the Cloud Control Center and Broadcast Operations teams to manage ingest, processing, QC, and downstream distribution, while maintaining equipment and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

This is a Full Time position in the field of Live Broadcast / Sports / TV News / Technical Operations , located in Hauppauge, NY .

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.*This role will be on-site in Hauppauge, NY. Hours will be Tuesday - Friday 7pm to 3am and Saturday 3pm to 11pm.OverviewThe Broadcast Media Operations Specialist ensures Paramount's broadcast and digital media assets are operationally ready for linear television, streaming, video-on-demand (VOD), and global distribution. Operating within the Cloud Control Center (CCC), this role manages media workflows from live acquisition through broadcast readiness, enterprise Media Supply Chain processing, content fulfillment, and downstream distribution.This role supports scheduled programming, live events, sports, news, premium entertainment, and other rapid-turnaround productions. Working closely with Broadcast Operations, Engineering, Product, Media Supply Chain, the Global Media Center (GMC), and other business partners, this person ensures content is processed accurately, delivered efficiently, and meets Paramount's standards for quality, reliability, and customer service.ResponsibilitiesLive Media OperationsCapture, monitor, and process live media using Rohde & Schwarz Venice Ingest Servers, the Evertz Deferred Recording System, and other enterprise broadcast technologies supporting scheduled programming, live events, sports, breaking news, and rapid-turnaround broadcast operationsSupport live productions by participating in operational conference bridges and communicating workflow status, production updates, and issue resolutionMedia Processing & Quality ControlVerify media assets meet Paramount technical delivery specifications by performing technical QC of video, audio, captions, metadata, timecode, and file integrity prior to distributionPerform basic media editing, rendering, file reconstruction, and closed caption validation using Adobe Premiere Pro, CaptionMaker, MacCaption, Oona Tools, or comparable applicationsMedia Supply Chain OperationsManage automated media processing workflows using Evertz Mediator across multiple locations; ensure media is successfully ingested through the Media Ingest Portal (MIP) into Paramount's enterprise Media Asset Management (CRMAM) systemSupport FastTrack and other quick-turnaround fulfillment workflowsMonitor workflow dashboards and operational tools (e.g., Airtable); ensure ingest, transcoding, packaging, fulfillment, and downstream processing complete successfully, and investigate/resolve exceptionsBroadcast ReadinessVerify scheduled linear broadcast content is processed, validated, and available for playout across Trident, Evertz Cloud Playout (ORT), and other supported platformsIdentify missing media, quality issues, metadata discrepancies, and scheduling conflicts; work with On-Air Operations and other stakeholders to resolve quicklyOperational ExcellenceCoordinate operational issues by following established escalation procedures; partner with Engineering, Product, Media Supply Chain, GMC, On-Air Operations, and vendor support teams to restore serviceFollow established SOPs while proactively identifying opportunities to improve workflows, increase automation, and enhance efficiency

Experience

Basic QualificationsExperience supporting broadcast operations, media processing, media asset management, or digital encoding/related media technologyStrong understanding of professional broadcast video and audio formats, codecs, containers, frame rates, aspect ratios, color spaces, and technical file delivery specificationsAbility to recognize, diagnose, and troubleshoot issues involving video, audio, captions, metadata, file integrity, and automated media workflowsExperience using professional QC tools, including waveform monitors, vectorscopes, audio metering, and related broadcast analysis equipmentWorking knowledge of closed caption formats including SCC, STL, SRT, or comparable sidecar caption filesUnderstanding of enterprise media workflows, automated processing, transcoding, media asset management, and downstream distributionFamiliarity with enterprise file transfer technologies such as Aspera, Signiant, or comparable solutionsExperience using Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable non-linear editing softwareDemonstrated ability to analyze complex operational workflows and make sound decisions in time-sensitive broadcast environmentsExcellent communication, organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm under pressureAbility to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and live event coverageAbility to work on-site within Paramount's Broadcast Operations and Cloud Control CenterAdditional QualificationsExperience supporting enterprise broadcast operations for linear television, streaming platforms, or digital mediaExperience with Evertz Mediator, Rohde & Schwarz Venice, Colorfront, Telestream, AWS-based media workflows, enterprise Media Asset Management systems, and workflow automation technologiesExperience supporting live sports, entertainment, news, awards shows, or other time-sensitive broadcast productionsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Media Technology, Communications, Computer Science, or related discipline (equivalent experience/certifications considered)

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