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Streaming Freelancer - Big Ten Network

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Big Ten Network (BTN) is seeking a Streaming Freelancer (B1G+) based in Chicago. The Streaming Freelancer (B1G+) will work closely with Big Ten Network Digital and key streaming stakeholders (Production, Operations, Big Ten Athletic Departments, external vendors) to maintain and support the delivery of streaming products (B1G+, FOX Sports App) across websites, mobile platforms and connected TV/consoles. The Streaming Freelancer will also support the scheduling and day-to-day execution of B1G+ email marketing campaigns. This is a 6-month freelance position (January – June) offering up to 40 hours per week. This position will report to the Director of Streaming and will be based out of Big Ten Network's Chicago, Illinois office.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide quality control (QC) for the front-end consumer experience to ensure correct video and ad experience is delivered during live events on BTN's streaming platforms (B1G+, FOX Sports App)
• Edit and manage B1G+ events schedule for live streaming with external vendors
• Effectively communicate event schedule changes to BTN streaming stakeholders and external partners (Athletic Departments, external vendors)
• Update home page of BTN's streaming platform to ensure presentation/awareness of correct live events
• Support numerous content validation efforts, checking availability and playability for published video records across a variety of device platforms and services
• Manage and coordinate inbound customer service requests with internal and external stakeholders from request to deployment
• Support the coordination and administration of B1G+ email campaigns
• Continuously test, analyze and optimize emails to increase open rates, click-through rates, and other key email marketing metrics
• Compile and tracking digital advertising inventory reports to ensure execution and delivery goals are achieved

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Experience working in sports
• Knowledge of streaming apps on digital platforms and consumer products
• Experience supporting content marketing and promotional strategies
• Familiarity with content management system (CMS) publishing workflows
• Strategic knowledge and familiarity with streaming media platforms and services
• Must be a proactive problem solver with the ability to prioritize and concurrently handle multiple, time-sensitive requests within a high-pressure environment
• MUST be able to work non-traditional hours, which will include nights and weekends
• Possess extensive knowledge of all things relevant to Big Ten Athletics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in digital required

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