Tiger Team: Lead Studio Video Streaming Engineer

iHeartMedia • Virtual, FL

14d • $35 - $43 • Remote

About The Position

iHeartMedia Tiger Team has an immediate opening for an experienced video streaming engineer responsible for working with other engineers to lead on design, support, and operation of live video streaming systems within iHeart radio studio facilities. This includes developing technical standards and implementation for video equipment (e.g., cameras), streaming hardware, training other support teams and providing advanced end-user assistance to studio talent and staff.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years’ hands-on experience installing, troubleshooting and supporting live video, streaming, NDI, web cameras, audio-over-IP (AoIP), and associated technologies in a professional broadcast or large-scale production environment.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience with PCs and Apple (macOS) computer systems.
• Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, facilitation, oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated high-level technical working knowledge of VMIX, OBS, NDI, Virtual Video director, and other software associated with video creation, streaming and delivery.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as needed and support a 24/7 on call schedule.
• Experience supporting studio users with mobile devices utilizing iOS and Android operating systems.
• A valid state driver's license and have an excellent driving record.
• Able to climb ladders and lift 50 pounds (physical requirement).
• You must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work without constant supervision.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role managing and maintaining broadcast-quality video streaming infrastructure.
• Working, production knowledge of VMIX, OBS, NDI, Virtual Video Director (including configuration, deployment, and operation).
• Mobile phone required for position.

Nice To Haves

• Direct Radio and/or Media background a strong plus.
• Experience scripting or automating video workflows (e.g., Python, shell scripting) is preferred.
• This position involves up to 25% travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, support, and development of video streaming platform creation/delivery and end user support for internal and external studios across the company.
• Develop and specify technical standards for equipment, workflows, and processes for streaming systems and delivery to ensure quality and reliability.
• Lead hands-on video/streaming support and technical guidance for end user studio talent.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and document issues; implement solutions for video software/hardware configurations, including proficiency with VMIX, OBS, NDI, Virtual Video Director and other software associated with video creation/streaming delivery.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to ensure optimal system performance and integration.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
• Company provided and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees