Manager, Transmission Operations

ENCOMPASS DIGITAL MEDIA LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Digital Media LLC is seeking a Manager of Transmission Operations in Atlanta to oversee the daily transport of video content, coordinate satellite uplinks/downlinks, and maintain RF/video routing systems. The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced broadcast environment and collaboration with global facilities.

You will ensure high-quality transmission, supervise staff shifts, and implement evolving tech in a global media operations center, including holiday and weekend

Qualifications

• 7 years in a satellite or broadcast communications environment.
• Two years of electronic theory or communications in college or technical school.
• Operational knowledge of encoders, up-converters, modulation schemes, amplifiers, antenna controllers and IRDs.

Responsibilities

• Operate electronic equipment for worldwide distribution of video, audio and data in the EDM Technical Operations Center.
• Perform Digital Satellite uplinks and downlinks.
• Manage satellite crosspole in compliance with FCC guidelines.
• Operate record/playback servers and video machines; oversee RF and video routing infrastructure.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Broadcast engineering

Satellite systems

Windows/Mac proficiency

Education

Electronic theory or communications

Tools

Quortex

Auroa Network compression

Ateme encoding (Live & Edge)

Job description

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Manager, Transmission Operations

Technical Ops & Eng Atlanta, GA, US

Manager of Transmission Operations

Location: Atlanta, GA

Position Type: Full-time, Exempt

Encompass is a global technology services company focused on supporting broadcast, cable and digital leaders. We design, implement and operate reliable video solutions that capture, process and deliver our clients’ video content from any source, in any format, to any destination in the most efficient manner possible.

Job Description

• Operate electronic equipment associated with worldwide distribution of video, audio and data in the Encompass Digital Media Technical Operations Center.
• Perform Digital Satellite Uplinks and Downlinks.
• Perform Satellite Crosspole in compliance with FCC Guidelines.
• Operate various record/playback servers and Video machines
• Operate RF and Video routing infrastructure
• Work with the Global bookings team for modification of Fiber and Satellite space.
• Monitor Network & Occasional feeds for quality control
• Review shift reports of direct staff
• Have the desire and ability to stay current with the evolving technology in the rapidly changing communications industry.
• General understanding of IP Networks and their use in transport of video and transport streams.
• Responsible for all Teleport operations, daily reports, SOP’s, signal flow descriptions
• Troubleshoot issues with staff and report issues to engineering and senior management
• Daily interaction and communication with EDM global facilities
• Willing and able to work flexible hours including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 7 years of experience working in a Satellite or Broadcast communications environment.
• Minimum two years of Electronic theory or Communications in a College or Technical School
• Operational knowledge of Encoders, Up-converters, Modulation Schemes, Amplifiers, Antenna controllers and IRD’s.
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must be familiar with waveform monitor, vector scope and spectrum analyzer
• Proficient in using Windows and/or Macintosh computers and the Internet
• Basic knowledge of Quortex and Auroa Network compression systems
• Basic knowledge of Ateme encoding Live and Edge
• Strong troubleshooting skills of transmit chains and associated equipment.
• Understand world television standards

Encompass, a leader in digital media services, owns and operates state-of-the-art, broadcast facilities throughout the United States, Latin America, United Kingdom and Asia. The company’s mission-critical, media services provide broadcasters, cable networks, corporations and government entities with customized solutions for the management and distribution of content.

Encompass Digital Media is an Affidant Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/Disability/Veteran