Job Title: On-Call Ingest Operator
Department: KNOC Operations
Business Unit: KSE Media-Altitude
Location: KNOC/Centennial, CO
Reports To: Director Broadcast Operations
Employment Type: Variable hour/On-call – Hourly– Non-Exempt
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
This position will utilize a mature and robust infrastructure to process network channel content using multiple systems to determine start and end of segment times, video and audio quality, and adherence to technical specifications. The On-Call Ingest Operator will ensure proper routing of live signal source and backup record. Ensure proper closed captioning and metadata in both a live and file-based workflow. This position is considered on-call, there is no set schedule or guaranteed number of hours to work each pay period. It is similar to a part time position.
Examples of work performed:
- Prep content using internal systems for SOM/EOM and segmentation data for accurate playout through automation
- Confirm and validate accurate closed captioning
- Transcode assets to conform to various delivery specifications
- Facilitate closed captioning for pre-produced programs and live events
- Communicate constructively with fellow co-workers to ensure tasking success
- Other duties as assigned.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- General office equipment to include phone, fax, computer/keyboard, copier, etc.
- Candidate may be required to work remotely.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Flexibility to alter shifts/days to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.
Qualifications
- Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Preferred
- BA/BS in Communications, Computer Science or similar
- 2-4 years Television experience at a regional or national network.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Operational knowledge of network broadcast playout equipment and technologies
- Experience with production switchers, routers, VTR’s, server based ingest/recording and playout
- Networking, asset management skills, Windows, Mac, and Office experience
- Solid understanding of computer systems, principles, network security, storage management and policy, data entry to an asset management system
- Knowledge of automation systems related to network broadcast operations
- Knowledge of file delivery protocols and systems
- Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and concisely both written and verbally
- Ability to troubleshoot, make rapid decisions, and execute resolutions quickly in dynamic situations
- Attention to detail in support of back-end traffic and asset management systems.
Compensation
- Base hourly wage $21 per hour
Benefits Include
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
