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FOX is seeking an experienced and dynamic Live Media Manager to oversee, manage, and support all live programming for its major broadcast and cable networks, with a strong emphasis on live sporting events across FOX, FS1, FS2, FSR, FSP, Fox Deportes, and Tubi. This leadership role demands a meticulous focus on event oversight, personnel management, and workflow optimization from preparation through live execution.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee, manage, and support the day-to-day operation of all live programming across FOX’s Broadcast and Cable Networks
Serve as a primary lead during FOX Network live events, overseeing all aspects of execution, coordination, and issue resolution in real time
Ensure that linear and digital platforms are accounted for and prepped for any overrun scenarios
Manage all media delivery workflows and procedures required to support live content and the Live Integration Team
Assist in scheduling technical operators, working closely with other departments to meet the labor demands of live sports broadcasts
Manage employees who will report directly to you
Collaborate with the team to produce schedule for Live Integration team, including the assignment and coordination of team members to ensure appropriate staffing coverage for regular programming and high-volume event days
Motivate and develop high-performing team member to deliver high-quality results
Inspire a culture of continuous learning, especially in emerging technologies
Act as a lead point of contact for client requirements and requests for live events
Partner with the Engineering and Operations team to troubleshoot and resolve issues
Promote the use of real-time analytics to make key operational decisions
Track operations workflows and constantly look for ways to make things work better, faster, and smoother
Requirements:
Supervisory Experience: 5+ years managing or supervising teams is required
Media Operations: Extensive experience with media operations and technical transmission systems is necessary
Fast-Paced Decisions: Ability to manage in a fast-paced environment and make quick decisions, especially in a live event context
Live Sports Focus: Direct experience supervising or managing all live sports activities within master control operations is a significant asset
Master Control/Playout Systems: Full understanding of master control playout automation systems is essential
Media/Systems Expertise: Deep knowledge of playout automation system, on-air graphics devices, server playout and configuration, and on-air tickers
Problem-Solving: Capability of quickly restoring all technical failures to avoid revenue loss during playout origination
Communication: Ability to translate and communicate business requirements into operational and technical requirements
Nice to have:
Industry Standards: Knowledge of industry standards such as Advanced Media Workflow Association (AMWA) and Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) is beneficial
Education: A bachelor’s degree is awesome, but not required
experience is also highly valued
Software: Proficiency at Microsoft Excel and Google Docs is useful