CBS News and Stations ยท 3 weeks ago
ENG Technician/ TOC
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$38.03/hr - $42.78/hr
2+ years expCBS News and Stations is on a mission to unleash the power of content and is seeking an Ingest/Transmission Operator. This role involves overseeing all inbound and outbound media, ensuring compliance with regulations, and troubleshooting equipment while preparing programming for broadcast.
Entertainment
Responsibilities
Monitor and manage inbound/outbound media using various formats like fiber, Skype, and LiveU
Ensure timely response to breaking news stories and oversee broadcast delivery
Collaborate with team members and network staff, providing support as needed
Identify and insert broadcast-quality video/audio into news bulletins on short notice
Handle broadcast media and feeds, manage video/audio switching, and operate recording equipment
Utilize Servers and monitoring facilities, and manage media delivery
Ingest media to servers and manipulate files for editing purposes
Perform basic fault finding and raise issues when necessary
Support live studio production requirements and provide excellent service to media operations clients
Monitor and control video encoding/decoding systems and troubleshoot incoming/outgoing systems
Prepare backup plans for equipment or transmission line failures
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of server-based news environments, hardware, and software
Understanding of news, current affairs, and attention to detail
Proficiency in Quality Control tools and processes
Familiarity with digital/video formats, ingest workflows, servers, and broadcast production
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure and remain calm
Understanding of broadcast production workflows and technical standards
Knowledgeable about broadcast formats, server systems, and diagnostic tools
Capable of working individually and collectively in a fast-paced news environment
Organizational skills and punctuality
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred in a technical field
2+ years of Transmission experience preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) plan
Life insurance coverage
Disability benefits
Tuition assistance program
PTO
Company
CBS News and Stations
CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Late StageLeadership Team
Tim Bennett
Vice President, Partnerships
Brad Holmes
Director, Strategic Partnerships
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