Overnight Streaming Media Operator, ABC Owned Television Stations

Job Description

As a Streaming Media Operator, you will execute playout and quality control on all digital streams of the ABC OTV stations. You will execute any playlist changes needed due to changing or later delivery of programming. You will work closely with station personnel to ensure the intended content is delivered to standard within the designated time slots. This person will work the overnight shift.

Responsibilities:
• Operate multiple live streaming channels for our Owned Television Stations during high profile broadcast, special reports, and breaking news.
• Monitor all live streaming channels for quality and act on any operational or technical issue to ensure correct content is provided to the streams.
• Communicate with the stations' editorial staff during Breaking News and Special Event programming to ensure all live streaming destinations are appropriately handled.
• Must have a strong understanding of the minute-by-minute nature of live breaking news, be able to prepare for multiple possible scenarios/plans and react immediately to changes due to unexpected technical issues or editorial decisions.
• Provide feedback to management regarding Standard Operating Procedures and technical issues.
• Provide guidance and support to more junior team members when Supervisor and Managers are not present.

Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 2 years' experience handling and or distributing live or prerecorded audio /video content.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing requirements, especially during breaking news scenarios.
• Strong computer skills and proficient use of systems and software applications.
• Availability to work the overnight shift.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, holidays and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate as needed to meet deadlines and accomplish mission objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or 4 years' work experience in a similar field.
• Master Control and media management experience
• Basic understanding or skill with video editing software.

About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

This position is with ABC, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

ABC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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