Senior REMI Live Production Tech Lead

ESPN; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPN is seeking a Senior REMI Technical Operations Manager in Charlotte, NC, to lead planning, support, and execution of REMI-based live event productions. You will design complex workflows between fixed facilities and remote sites, ensure high-quality output, and mentor teams in a dynamic production environment.

You will oversee technical operations, solve live issues, and drive continuous improvements in workflows and equipment. Flexibility for irregular hours is required.

Qualifications

• Proven subject matter expert in technical broadcast operations and REMI-based workflows.
• Expert-level understanding of control rooms, mobile units, and remote production systems.
• Advanced knowledge of ST-2110, JPEG-XS, HEVC, NDI, REC.709, BT.2020.
• Advanced network architecture and security for live broadcasts.
• Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Smartsheet, JIRA, Confluence.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and work independently or in teams.
• Experience mentoring and training technical staff.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in content production or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Plan, support, and execute technical and operational requirements for REMI live events.
• Lead troubleshooting during live productions and serve as escalation point.
• Own development and improvement of operational workflows and processes.
• Oversee installation, configuration, and deployment of new equipment and workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine REMI capabilities.
• Coordinate readiness activities for new technologies and workflows.
• Apply advanced network and security knowledge to diagnose issues.
• Document workflows and support operational reporting using productivity tools.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and develop SOPs and training plans.
• Manage equipment logistics and assist in capital project planning.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Remote production workflows

Project leadership

Mentoring/training

Problem solving

Communication

Network/security understanding

Staff coordination

Operational readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications/Studio Production/Journalism or related field

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365

Smartsheet

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

ESPN is seeking a Senior REMI Technical Operations Manager in Charlotte, NC, to lead planning, support, and execution of REMI-based live event productions. You will design complex workflows between fixed facilities and remote sites, ensure high-quality output, and mentor teams in a dynamic production environment.

You will oversee technical operations, solve live issues, and drive continuous improvements in workflows and equipment. Flexibility for irregular hours is required.