Live Broadcast Origination Operator I

ESPN; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Entertainment & Sports LLC in Bristol, CT seeks a Network Origination Operator I to operate broadcast equipment for live and pre-recorded programming, handle commercial and program logs, and support regional feeds with strong attention to quality and timelines.

You will work nights and weekends, coordinate with multiple teams, and participate in ongoing training to master new workflows and technologies while ensuring compliant operations and timely communication with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Experience with broadcast operations and/or content distribution.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexibility to alter shifts/days off and work overtime to meet objectives.
• Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks under tight deadlines and lead multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork are required.

Responsibilities

• Network operation for individual recorded or live shows and events.
• Quality control; enhance audio/video to support DMED SOPs.
• Troubleshoot and communicate complex information to teams.
• Interpret complex information clearly and relay to others.
• Support Disney domestic networks, international networks, and digital platforms.
• Participate in training and adapt to new equipment and workflows.
• Identify problems and take corrective steps; comply with SOPs.
• Collaborate with counterparts across facilities and other departments.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Content distribution

Night shifts

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Digital media

Journalism

Master control experience

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Disney Entertainment & Sports LLC in Bristol, CT seeks a Network Origination Operator I to operate broadcast equipment for live and pre-recorded programming, handle commercial and program logs, and support regional feeds with strong attention to quality and timelines.

You will work nights and weekends, coordinate with multiple teams, and participate in ongoing training to master new workflows and technologies while ensuring compliant operations and timely communication with supervisors.