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Qvest US

Senior Solution Architect

Concord, NC · On-site +1

Design integrations across diverse media systems including MAM, PAM, playout automation, encoding/transcoding, and cloud storage platforms. * Serve as a trusted advisor to media clients, supporting ...

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Qvest US

Senior Solution Architect

New York, NY · On-site +1

$80K - $400K/yr

Design integrations across diverse media systems including MAM, PAM, playout automation, encoding/transcoding, and cloud storage platforms. * Serve as a trusted advisor to media clients, supporting ...

Qvest US

Senior Solution Architect

New York, NY · On-site +1

Design integrations across diverse media systems including MAM, PAM, playout automation, encoding/transcoding, and cloud storage platforms. * Serve as a trusted advisor to media clients, supporting ...

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Qvest US

Senior Solution Architect

$80K - $400K/yr

Design integrations across diverse media systems including MAM, PAM, playout automation, encoding/transcoding, and cloud storage platforms. * Serve as a trusted advisor to media clients, supporting ...

Digital Remedy

Master Control Operator

Flint, MI

Record, Ingest and Prepare content for playout. * Monitor equipment for performance / device failures. * Capture and document network processes such as timing of log elements, program run times and ...

Qvest US

Senior Solution Architect

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Playout automation: Grass Valley Morpheus, Ross OverDrive, Viz Mosart, Evertz Overture; Transcoding/workflow orchestration: Telestream Vantage, AWS Elemental, Harmonic, Signiant, Aspera; Cloud ...

Digital Remedy

Master Control Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

Record, Ingest and Prepare content for playout. * Monitor equipment for performance / device failures. * Capture and document network processes such as timing of log elements, program run times and ...

Starz

Broadcast Media IP Engineer

Denver, CO · Hybrid

Support playout systems and automation infrastructure to ensure continuity, synchronization, and reliability of service. * Apply established architectures and best practices across media ingest ...

Digital Remedy

Master Control Operator

El Paso, TX

Record, Ingest and Prepare content for playout. * Monitor equipment for performance / device failures. * Capture and document network processes such as timing of log elements, program run times and ...

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for playout in the United States is $191,750.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,500.00 and $233,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Playout job?

A Playout job involves managing the transmission of television or online video content to audiences. Playout operators or engineers ensure that scheduled programs, advertisements, and live broadcasts run smoothly and without disruptions. Responsibilities include monitoring automated systems, handling last-minute schedule changes, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring compliance with broadcast standards. This role is essential for television networks, streaming services, and media broadcasters to deliver high-quality, uninterrupted content.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Playout position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Playout Operator, you need a solid understanding of broadcast operations, timing, and media workflows, typically supported by experience or certification in television or media production. Proficiency with playout automation systems (such as Pebble Beach, Imagine Communications, or Grass Valley), media asset management software, and video servers is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective multitasking abilities, and clear communication are vital soft skills for managing live and scheduled broadcasts. These skills are important to ensure seamless content transmission, minimize on-air errors, and maintain broadcast quality in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges faced in a Playout Operator role, and how are they typically addressed?

Playout Operators often face challenges such as last-minute schedule changes, technical glitches, or the need to quickly resolve on-air issues under tight deadlines. To address these, operators work closely with the engineering and scheduling teams to ensure all content is ready and troubleshooting protocols are in place. Training on backup procedures and automation systems helps minimize disruptions, and attention to detail is critical to avoid mistakes. Most facilities provide continuous professional development to keep operators updated on evolving broadcast technologies and best practices.

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Senior Solution Architect

Qvest US

Concord, NC • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

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Job description

Who We Are

Qvest US is the global leader in technology and business consulting for the Media & Entertainment and Consumer Packaged Goods & Retail industries. We strategize, advise, design, develop and implement future-forward business & technology solutions. With expertise in digital media supply chain, data & analytics, IP & rights management, broadcast transformation, Salesforce and applied AI, our exceptionally talented teams partner with Fortune 1,000 companies to revolutionize markets and set new industry standards.


Who we’re seeking

Qvest is seeking an experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our dynamic consulting team specializing in Media & Entertainment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in media systems, content supply chains, and broadcast workflows, and a proven track record of designing scalable, modern, and efficient media technology architectures.
As a key technical leader, you will engage with major broadcasters, studios, and media platforms to design innovative solutions across content creation, post-production, playout, OTT delivery, and archive. You will collaborate closely with clients, product teams, and systems integrators to modernize legacy environments and architect next-generation solutions in cloud and hybrid ecosystems.
What you'll do
  • Lead architectural design and technical strategy for complex M&E system implementations across linear broadcast, OTT, and digital platforms.
  • Translate business requirements into end-to-end media workflows and technical architectures.
  • Design integrations across diverse media systems including MAM, PAM, playout automation, encoding/transcoding, and cloud storage platforms.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to media clients, supporting digital transformation, cloud migration, and technology modernization initiatives.
  • Evaluate and recommend tools, platforms, and technologies aligned to client use cases and industry best practices.
  • Oversee and review system architecture documentation, data flow diagrams, and interface specifications.
  • Guide technical delivery teams and partner vendors, ensuring successful execution of designs and alignment to architecture principles.
  • Participate in pre-sales engagements, contributing to RFP responses, client pitches, and solution estimations.
What you’ll bring
  • 10+ years of experience in media systems architecture, solutions engineering, or consulting within the Media & Entertainment industry.
  • Proven expertise in broadcast workflows, including playout, signal chain, live production, and newsroom integration.
  • Deep knowledge of media formats (e.g., IMF, MXF, ProRes, XDCAM, HLS, MPEG-DASH, JPEG2000) and codec standards.
  • Experience designing file-based and live workflows across ingest, QC, metadata management, versioning, and delivery.
  • Strong understanding of key M&E technologies:
  • MAM/PAM systems: Avid, Dalet, Vizrt, Cantemo, Sony Hive, CatDV
  • Playout automation: Grass Valley Morpheus, Ross OverDrive, Viz Mosart, Evertz Overture
  • Transcoding/workflow orchestration: Telestream Vantage, AWS Elemental, Harmonic, Signiant, Aspera
  • Cloud platforms: AWS Media Services, Azure Media Services, GCP, Object Storage (S3, Blob)
  • Streaming & OTT: DRM, HLS/DASH packaging, CDNs, SSAI/DAI
  • Experience with hybrid cloud and cloud-native architectures (especially AWS or Azure) for media pipelines.
  • Familiarity with media metadata schemas (e.g., EBUCore, XMP, IPTC, Dublin Core) and industry standards like SMPTE ST 2110, SMPTE 2022, SCTE 104/35, DPP.
  • Proficiency with workflow modeling and tools such as BPMN, Visio, Lucidchart, or UML.
  • Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to navigate complex technical conversations with both engineers and business stakeholders.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, consulting environment with multiple stakeholders.
  • Thought leadership and passion for emerging trends in media technology.
Preferred
  • Experience working with or consulting for broadcasters, studios, or large media platforms.
  • Hands-on experience with production environments including Newsroom Computer Systems (NRCS), studio automation, or live control rooms.
  • Certification in AWS (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Professional) or relevant cloud certifications.
  • Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines in media workflows.
  • Knowledge of AI/ML applications in media (e.g., auto-tagging, QC, speech-to-text) is a plus.
Travel Requirements
Employees are responsible for traveling to and from client sites as required by their project or assignment, regardless of location. Travel may include sites outside the employee’s primary office location, state, or region. 
 
Remote & Hybrid Work
While remote or hybrid work may be permitted for certain projects, client needs take precedence. Employees are expected to report onsite at the client location when required by the project scope, client request, or management directive.
 
Life at Qvest
We were founded on a culture of collaboration and inclusiveness, and this permeates each of our initiatives, both client-facing and internal. We offer a wide selection of benefits including medical, dental & vision, 401k matching and flexible vacation; we sponsor training to advance our teams’ skill sets and we prioritize our employees’ professional growth paths. Qvest US is currently 300+ people strong and we’ve been recognized as a “Best Place to Work,” a “Great Place to Work,” “Fastest Growing,” and “A Jewel."
 
Equal Employment Opportunity
Qvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qvest applies this stance to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including internships, at all levels of employment.