Network Origination Operator ; Master Control Operator Evergreen

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world.

Content Platforms & Operations is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney’s linear networks and theatrical content. This includes Disney’s media supply chain and storage, network and theatrical distribution operations, media localization, network transmission and origination, and more. The global team also plays a critical role as the primary collaboration point for Product & Technology with Disney’s EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regional business teams.

The Network Origination Operator I will make use of acquired skills to operate broadcast equipment and technology within assigned operating areas to distribute live and pre-recorded programming and commercials as scheduled. The Network Origination Operator I will understand & execute these items and more, including but not limited to: protocols for live programs, commercial and program log documentation, regional feeds and market protection procedures, intercom communication procedures, media transfers for specific operating conditions and any required documentation.

Our ideal candidate must be flexible with their schedule as this is a 24/7 operation and should expect to work nights, holidays and weekends. The ability to perform the job at hand under a tight deadline while demonstrating solid interpersonal communication skills is a must. Other skills must include: organizational and planning, being able to adapt to a constantly changing environment, strong communication and a solid computer background with programs such as Outlook and Excel.

• Network operation for individual recorded and/or live shows and events, content and commercial segments, in response to the changing creative and master control operational requirements of Disney network(s)
• Will conduct quality control measuring and take corrective action steps to enhance audio/video in support of applicable DMED standard operating procedures
• Problem solving and troubleshooting techniques and effective communication with those business units to best convey information necessary for the distribution of our content
• Apply solid skill level when interpreting and understanding complex information and demonstrate the ability to communicate it to others in an understandable manner
• Provide support for Disney domestic linear networks, International networks and digital platforms
• Participate in training programs, (physical, classroom, virtual, etc.) for self/career development and/or regarding any relevant equipment and workflow changes within the operation
• Embrace new technology and workflows
• Expected to identify problems and take appropriate steps to resolve
• Comply fully with company and/or departmental standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrate sound communication with timely follow-up analysis or problem solving with regard to operational areas or systems
• Expected to interact productively with counterparts in all Disney Network Origination facilities and closely related support departments
• Communicate regularly with direct supervisor in compliance with departmental guidelines
• Provide quality service in assigned area to all customers, as defined and assigned by management
• As necessary, participate in team based projects and contribute recommendations for the departmental objectives

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