Live Sports Transmission Specialist

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking a Transmission Operator to support live broadcast operations from our Stamford facility. You will coordinate with internal teams, transmission providers, and technology partners to ensure reliable, high-quality content delivery for major events such as the Olympics, NFL, NBA, golf, and soccer.

The ideal candidate has experience with fiber, satellite, bonded cellular, IP-based transport, video and audio systems, and strong troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced live

Qualifications

• 2+ years of broadcast, transmission, media operations, or related live production experience.
• Knowledge of broadcast transmission and media transport systems, including fiber, satellite, and IP-based workflows.
• Ability to troubleshoot video, audio, and communications signals.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple live events simultaneously.
• Ability to assist with decision-making in time-sensitive, live broadcast environments.
• Experience working in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates transmission activities and check-ins for high-profile sporting events using the company-wide scheduling system.
• Supports transmission and routing needs to ensure high-quality broadcast delivery.
• Monitors and troubleshoots on-air video, audio, satellite, communications, and multiplexed signals across multiple broadcast streams.
• Collaborates with transmission carriers to resolve issues, manage escalations, coordinate maintenance, and maintain reliable service.
• Establishes standard operation procedures for transmission activities, including remote check-ins, quality control processes, ingest, and outgoing feeds.
• Provides transmission support and feed coordination for internal partners across the organization.
• Collaborates with Engineering to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Assists with equipment setup, testing, and configuration as needed.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Live production

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Communication

Tools

SMPTE 2110

IP-based workflows

4K workflows

HEVC

H.264

Job description

NBCUniversal is seeking a Transmission Operator to support live broadcast operations from our Stamford facility. You will coordinate with internal teams, transmission providers, and technology partners to ensure reliable, high-quality content delivery for major events such as the Olympics, NFL, NBA, golf, and soccer.

The ideal candidate has experience with fiber, satellite, bonded cellular, IP-based transport, video and audio systems, and strong troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced live