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TEGNA Inc.

Ingest Operator

Charlotte, NC

$17 - $22.50/hr

Read format sheets and prep content to specifications given. Work directly with station personnel ... overnight shifts, weekends, holidays in order to meet the needs of a 24x7 operation.

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Ingest Operator

Ingest Operator

TEGNA Inc.

Charlotte, NC

$17 - $22.50/hr

Other

Posted 10 days ago

TEGNA rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 64 rated media

Job description

TEGNA's broadcast operations hub in Charlotte, NC, seeks an Ingest Operator to join our team. This position is part of a team responsible for the live operation and support of multiple television stations in 24/7 centralized operations environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter capable of working independently or as part of a team. The Ingest Operator is responsible for the preparation and distribution of both short form and long form content for all TEGNA television stations.

Responsibilities:
Responsible for the ingest, preparation, and technical quality control of broadcast content including, but not limited to, local programing, syndicated programming, paid programming, commercials, and some promotional inventory in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Review and manage digital content to ensure technical standards are met and inventory will play upon demand.
Work with TEGNA stations to ensure the timely preparation and distribution of short form and long form content.
Read format sheets and prep content to specifications given.
Work directly with station personnel on technical specification requirements and delivery requirements of digital content.
Verify that digital linear feeds, file pitches/transmissions, fiber feeds, downlinks, records are correctly scheduled and updated as necessary.
Be able to set up and maintain the Crispin Record Scheduler.
Apply knowledge of and ability to use electronic equipment and computer hardware and software related to television broadcast operations, including, but not limited to, video and audio routing equipment, file servers, and multi-channel automation systems.
Use Wide Orbit Traffic System to run reports and create digital logs.
Demonstrate desire and ability to stay current with the evolving technology in the rapidly changing communications industry.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 
BA/BS in a related field or equivalent experience.
Experience with Crispin Automation/Loading Dock is a plus.
Experience with video editing software (such as Adobe Premiere, etc.) is a plus.
Experience with Wide Orbit Traffic System is a plus.
Basic understanding of television production, broadcast operations, and/or news/sports/entertainment technical production requirements.
Proficient in Excel and the entire Microsoft O365 suite of tools.
Ability to troubleshoot, take immediate action, and resolve broadcast issues.
Strong customer service attributes and skills including written and verbal communications.
Strong organization and time management skills.
Unwavering composure in high-pressure situations.
Acute attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Experience working successfully as part of a team.
Must be willing to work onsite at our facility in Charlotte, North Carolina
Must be willing and available to work flexible hours, including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays in order to meet the needs of a 24x7 operation.

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