Media Traffic Technology Manager (Transmission)

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

26d•$100,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring a Media Traffic Technology Manager that will be supporting NBC's 24/7 Media Traffic Control (MTC) Group. This role requires working in a fast-paced operations environment. This is a hybrid assignment at our 30 Rockefeller Center facility in NYC working in office a minimum of 4 days per week.

Requirements

Comprehensive understanding of live broadcast encoding and decoding systems, video over IP systems and protocols (UDP, RTP, SRT, etc).
Understanding of RF systems, signal flow and video routing.
Conceptual knowledge of TCP/IP, Cisco network infrastructure, routing techniques & IP Security concepts.
Understanding of database structure and concepts.
Experience with Windows and Linux operating system from a basic support standpoint.
Record of managing a project within timeline and budget constraints.
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and documentation skills required.
Must be available for breaking news coverage when required
The ability to work independently and in a team environment with engineers, Operations, IT and other departments.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS or above in related field
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to ever-changing media environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in a “live” broadcast environment
Proficient in MS Office, and a working knowledge of either AutoCAD or MS Vizio.
Understanding of broadcast remote control technology, SNMP, API communications.
Experience in project management
Experience with basic level coding (HTML, XML, C#)

Responsibilities

Collaborate on system/workflow/process for Media Traffic Control, updating SOP as new technology or workflow needs evolve.
Manage any troubleshooting process for all remotes into 30 Rock by partnering with MTC to engage field operations, IT teams, and other maintenance teams, both within and outside 30 Rock.
Supervise and work with vendors to ensure problem determination and resolution with hardware and software.
Coordinate the maintenance and upkeep of all MTC Support Systems and tools, including upgrades.
Integrate any NBC Field Operations Systems or new technologies into a seamless workflow for Operations.
Provide leadership and work guidance as well as training for less experienced personnel across multiple departments and clients.
Act as project manager, oversee contribution systems installations and upgrades as needed, while advocating the needs of MTC
Produce and help organize documentation related to system overview, configuration, policies and procedures.
Equipment testing and configuration as needed.
Other duties as assigned.