News Ops Producer

CGTN-America is looking for a News Ops Producer with a minimum of five years’ broadcast TV experience.

The Ops Producer will help with the day-to-day programming operations of the News Ops team while reporting to the Ops Manager. He or she will work with the Broadcast Operations and Output teams to coordinate and arrange logistics for daily shows, specials and in-field operations.

Job Responsibilities

Leverages comprehensive knowledge of High Definition broadcast transmission standards and applications

Maintains a working knowledge of current High Definition broadcast standards and evolving broadcast technology.

Supervises all aspects of their show cycle, demonstrating strict attention to detail, accountability and contingency plans.

Manages technical, operational and cost variables within daily transmission workflow

Ensures both fiscal responsibility and operational integrity when coordinating live coverage of breaking news and planned events.

Applies considerable ingenuity, “out of the box” creative thinking and analytical skills to identify, evaluate and resolve complex problems within their assignments

Meets all transmission deadlines within daily broadcast schedule

Gathers and effectively communicates mission critical transmission lines information to all News Operations, Master Control and Studio Operations personnel

Demonstrates working knowledge of cell bonding and IP transmission devices, leveraging where appropriate

Operates within the defined goals of the News Operations department

Demonstrates flexibility with working hours, including weekends and nights

Frame guests via ZOOM & SKYPE

Being willing to travel on-site for coordination demonstrates a proactive approach to resolving transmission issues, ensuring direct assessment and immediate action

Required Qualifications

Performs well in a high pressure, deadline driven environment.

Demonstrates experience in breaking news scenarios and sound decision making ability when under pressure.

Has in depth knowledge of logistics and costs with regard to procuring on air television content

Ability to perform daily responsibilities swiftly, accurately and comprehensively

Team player who can overcome communication gaps and rapidly changing scenarios to deliver positive results

5 + years of broadcast television experience

International news gathering and television field experience a plus

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