Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
Warner Bros. Discovery has expanded its portfolio with Multi-Feed Production (MFP) workflows and launched the Remote Operations Center (ROC), a dedicated hub supporting remote live sports productions. The ROC is a versatile, production-focused environment designed to enhance operational efficiency and collaboration across remote broadcasts.
The ROC Specialist is responsible for providing the coordination, oversight, communication, and documentation necessary to establish and maintain consistency across Live Sports and Entertainment Operations. This role also fosters strong collaboration between WBD Techwood Studios Technical Operations, Remote Technical Operations, BEST Engineering, and external Sports and Entertainment partners.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to make decisions under pressure, prioritize and delegate tasks effectively, and communicate efficiently in a fast-paced environment to resolve any issues that arise. This position will maintain a technical monitoring station during live shows.
Your Role Accountabilities
Technical Planning and Coordination:
Manage and communicate the technical details of all MFP productions.
Resolve potential production issues and resource conflicts in advance of production
Monitorand manageincoming/outgoing video for all live MFP productions.
Participate inpreand post-show technicalmeetingsas necessary
Prepare and distribute documentation ofeventdetailsto relevant stakeholders
Studios On-Site Event Support
Assist withMFP productionsetup,fax,and ensure production plans are followed.
QC (Quality Control) video and audio signals for air.
Ensure incoming/outgoing routing is configured and routed accordingly.
Function asthe audio and video liaison between site and PCR (Production Control Room) operations.
Troubleshoot technical issues and communicate toappropriate teamsto helpresolve
Work with onsite operators to fax off site equipment.
Manage networkVLAN’s toproduction equipment.
Communication and Documentation:
Provide timely,high-levelcommunication of technical issues thatimpact liveproductions
Collaborate with Studio and Remote Technical Operations,Live Production Engineering, and Operations to ensure smooth technical set up and execution forproductions
Strategic Technology Evaluation:
Collaborate withProduction, Technical Operations, and Engineering to evaluate anddeterminethe strategic use of future technology used in the Remote Operations Center and areas it touches.
Assesstechnical operations methods and recommend changes where necessary.
Qualifications & Experiences:
BS/BA degreepreferred
Minimum of 4 years of network-level broadcast production experience for livegame, live remote, and/or live studio productions.
Proficiencyin technical planning and documentation for live sports, news, or entertainment productions.
Experience inmanaging and monitoring video and audio signals for live events.
Proficient in video and audio router operations.
Knowledge of current industry audio and video standards.
Familiarity with Remote Operations, Production Control Room operations, and technical liaison roles.
Ability to lead technical meetings and resolve issues proactively.
Must be able to work independently,andwith small and large teams.
Mustbe flexible and ableto work non-traditional hours, including weekends and holidays.
Not Required but preferred experience:
TD, A1, Engineering or Technical Manager experience.
Ability to handle the pressures of live programming and limited time constraints
Open to travel ifrequired
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
Warner Bros. Discovery, a premier global media and entertainment company, offers audiences the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, streaming and gaming. The new company combines WarnerMedia’s premium entertainment, sports and news assets with Discovery’s leading non-fiction and international entertainment and sports businesses.
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