APC Operator, Studios, IMG
About The Position
IMG are hiring an APC Operator to support all aspects of the IMG studio & digital production for MLS on Apple TV, providing technical proficiency and live show support throughout an exciting weekly schedule of content creation. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities: The APC Operator will play a vital role in supporting the studio & digital programming for MLS Productions. The ideal candidate will assist in the technical execution of studio shows, ensuring the highest quality standards are met. This individual should have experience in technical director roles and a broad knowledge of industry trends and best practices. Live Show Production: Execute precise coding and technical operations for MLS on Apple TV and other platforms utilizing the Ross Overdrive Automated Production Control environment, LiveU Studio, and/or a range of manual processes. Demonstrate proficiency in working with audio, video, camera robotics, and graphics playback systems, maintaining the highest standards of technical quality at all times. Provide authoritative direction to talent and other production crew members, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of broadcasts. Distribute necessary content across several distinct feeds Maintain adaptability and readiness to undertake additional critical duties as required or assigned, contributing to the overall success of the broadcasting operation. Organization & Development: Manage switcher and software ecosystem by performing switcher maintenance, making show file updates and building effects as needed Prepare and code rundowns in collaboration with Coordinating Director and Producer Develop complete understanding of project’s element library and awareness of best practices for each Collaboration: Collaborate with Coordinating Director to ensure consistency across shows – from camera mapping to graphics workflows to talent positioning. Work closely with producers to review accuracy, feasibility, and quality of rundowns and translate them into cohesive broadcasts. Support a variety of programming from studio shows on Apple TV, to digital shows on YouTube, to remote shoots throughout season
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience working in a live studio production environment, with a focus on TD/Directing experience utilizing Ross Overdrive Production Automation
- Experience with production switcher operations (Grass Valley K-Frame switcher experience preferred), robotic cameras, manual and automated video and graphics play out, and audio board operations
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- The ability to work and troubleshoot effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks independently.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with virtual studios preferred.
- Bilingual fluency (English & Spanish), preferred but not required.
- Passion for sports, specifically soccer, preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Execute precise coding and technical operations for MLS on Apple TV and other platforms utilizing the Ross Overdrive Automated Production Control environment, LiveU Studio, and/or a range of manual processes.
- Demonstrate proficiency in working with audio, video, camera robotics, and graphics playback systems, maintaining the highest standards of technical quality at all times.
- Provide authoritative direction to talent and other production crew members, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of broadcasts.
- Distribute necessary content across several distinct feeds
- Maintain adaptability and readiness to undertake additional critical duties as required or assigned, contributing to the overall success of the broadcasting operation.
- Manage switcher and software ecosystem by performing switcher maintenance, making show file updates and building effects as needed
- Prepare and code rundowns in collaboration with Coordinating Director and Producer
- Develop complete understanding of project’s element library and awareness of best practices for each
- Collaborate with Coordinating Director to ensure consistency across shows – from camera mapping to graphics workflows to talent positioning.
- Work closely with producers to review accuracy, feasibility, and quality of rundowns and translate them into cohesive broadcasts.
- Support a variety of programming from studio shows on Apple TV, to digital shows on YouTube, to remote shoots throughout season
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
