Senior Executive - Broadcast IT Engineer
Viacom18 Media Private Limited
Location
Mumbai | India
Job description
Are you ready to be a part of the sports revolution At Viacom18 Sports, we're not just a network; we are a dynamic force fuelled by passion that delivers the excitement of international sports to your fingertips. Since its inception, JioCinema & Sports18 have been home to major sporting events worldwide, such as IPL, BWF tournaments, LaLiga, Ligue 1, Serie A, FIFA U20 World Cup, ATP World Tour, MXGP, and more!
Our commitment to delivering captivating live and non-live sports programming is unwavering, as we set out to redefine sports viewership in the nation. Join us now and fuel the excitement on the action-packed journey of Viacom18 Sports. Combining your exceptional skills with our visionary outlook on the digital revolution will unleash an unprecedented level of sports enchantment.
What You'll Do
- Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance: Set up and maintain various broadcast IT systems and equipment, such as servers, switches, routers, encoding devices, playout systems, and monitoring tools
- Troubleshooting and Technical Support: Identify and resolve technical issues related to broadcast IT systems, encompassing hardware, software, and network infrastructure, to ensure seamless broadcasting operations
- Hands-On Expertise: Utilize hands-on experience with Video Editing systems, VizRT, Offline Graphics systems (Adobe), and Avid Infra that contributes to multimedia content creation and management
- Television Workflow and Transmission: Manage Television Workflow, Transmission (Tx) chain, and PCR-Studio workflow to support efficient broadcasting processes
- Video Standards and Formats: Manage Video Standards (PAL / NTSC) and Video & Audio Formats (SD / HD / UHD) for optimal content quality and compatibility
- Ingest and Feed Room Management: Manage Ingest & Feed room operations, including Contribution links, ensuring smooth content acquisition and distribution
- Documentation and SOPs: Maintain accurate documentation, including system diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures, ensuring organized and standardized processes
- Quick Troubleshooting: Address technical challenges promptly and minimize downtime
- Rotational Shift Availability: Be available for 24x7 rotational shifts to ensure uninterrupted broadcasting operations
- Emerging Broadcast Technology: stay updated with industry trends and advancements in Broadcast Technology
- Media Asset Management: Efficiently organize and access multimedia content
- Video Playout Automation: Optimize scheduling and delivery of broadcasted content
Who should apply
- Individuals with a minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience in the broadcast industry, with a focus on IT systems and equipment
- Proficiency in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of broadcast IT systems and equipment is a must
- Strong troubleshooting skills to quickly identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring seamless broadcasting
- Candidates with hands-on experience with Video Editing systems, VizRT, Offline Graphics systems (Adobe), and Avid Infra, who have a clear understanding of Television Workflow, Transmission (Tx) chain, and PCR-Studio workflow
- Knowledge of Video Standards (PAL / NTSC) and Video & Audio Formats (SD / HD / UHD)is preferred
- Familiarity with Ingest & Feed room / Contribution links and related operations / technology
- Excellent documentation skills, including the ability to create system diagrams and standard operating procedures
- Working understanding of Teleprompter systems, familiarity with Media Asset Management, knowledge of Video Playout Automation (HARRIS ADC, iTX, etc.) is required
- Basic understanding of Tx Compression chain (Encoders / Decoders) & Video Streaming services
- Candidates who demonstrate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills are encouraged to apply
Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd. is one of India's fastest-growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational, and multicultural brand experiences. Viacom18 defines entertainment in India by touching the lives of people through its properties on air, online, on the ground, in cinemas, and merchandise. Its portfolio of 38 channels across general entertainment, movies, sports, youth, music, and kids genres delights consumers across the country with its eclectic mix of programming. JioCinema, Viacom18's OTT platform, is one of India's leading streaming services and most popular destination for live sports. Viacom18 Studios has successfully produced and distributed iconic Hindi films and clutter-breaking regional films for over 13 years in India.
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