Streaming Freelancer - Big Ten Network
Fox•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Big Ten Network (BTN) is seeking a Streaming Freelancer based in Chicago. The Streaming Freelancer will provide video monitoring, quality control, and operational support for B1G+ -- which is Big Ten Network’s direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service. This freelance position runs for the duration of the academic calendar (August through mid-June), offering a minimum of 40 hours per week. This position will report to the Sr. Manager of Digital Operations and will be based out of Big Ten Network’s Chicago, Illinois office.
Requirements
- 1+ years experience working with digital media and streaming products
- Availability to work most nights, weekends & holidays during academic season from August to mid-June
- Familiarity with content management system (CMS) publishing workflows
- Proactive problem-solver that enjoys prioritizing, communicating, and handling time sensitive issues and requests in a high-pressure environment
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Passion and knowledge for Big Ten Athletics (beyond football and basketball) is a B1G+
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in digital media and communications
Responsibilities
- Provide video monitoring, quality control, operational support, and communication between relevant parties for live streams and on-demand content available on B1G+ to ensure a smooth experience from transmission to consumer delivery
- Provide real-time operational and content management of live streams on B1G+ -- including confirmation of transmission, starting and stopping encoders, managing streaming information via CMS, and publishing finished live streams as on-demand content
- Provide quality control validation of the B1G+ streaming product across all platforms (websites, mobile devices, and connected TV consoles) to confirm the availability and playability of live streams and on-demand content
- Assist with updates to the B1G+ streaming schedule in communication with BTN Programming and Student U teams, including same-day and future changes
- Assist with delivery and editorial management of on-demand content to B1G+
Benefits
- Pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $22.00 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
