Playout Operator

Job Title:

Systems Engineer

Job Category:

Broadcast Engineering & Operations

Department/Group:

Projects

Location:

Ahmedabad / Vadodara

Travel Required:

Local Travel

Level/Salary Range:

Engineer

Position Type:

Fulltime

Date posted:

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Will Train Applicant(s):

Yes

Posting Expires:

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Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

1. Ingest Management & Content Preparation

· Receive, transcode, and upload video content, advertisements, graphics, and promos into the central playout servers.

· Verify file formats, frame rates, aspect ratios, and audio levels to ensure they align with broadcast standards (e.g., HD/SD specifications).

· Quality Check (QC) all incoming media assets for technical glitches, black frames, or corrupted files before queuing them for broadcast.

· Maintain organized metadata, file naming conventions, and archival storage workflows.

2. Playout Monitoring & Operations

· Real-time monitoring of live multi-channel playout systems, automation software, and uplink/downlink signal health.

· Execute and verify daily broadcast playlists, commercial logs, and automated live-switch triggers.

· Respond instantly to any on-air emergencies (e.g., signal drop, audio loss, freeze frame) by switching to backup servers or placeholder content to prevent dead-air.

· Handle live feed configurations for breaking news, external outdoor broadcasts (OB), or remote streaming links.

3. Systems Maintenance & Reporting

· Generate detailed daily transmission logs (As-Run logs) and incident reports for any discrepancies.

· Coordinate closely with content schedulers, IT networks, video editors, and master control room operators.

Qualifications and Experience:

- Diploma/Degree in Electronics & Communication, IT, or Media Technology. (1-2 Years of experience preferred) Shift Flexibility: Must be willing to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including night shifts and public holidays.

Preferred Skills

· Broadcast Standards: Basic knowledge of video compression standards (MPEG-4, H.264, HEVC) and baseband/IP video signals (SDI, NDI, SRT).

· IT & Networking: Solid understanding of Windows/Linux OS, file transfer protocols (FTP/SFTP), network storage, and IP routing.

· Language Proficiency: Professional fluency in English.

• It is a Full Time ఐటి / సాఫ్ట్వేర్ / డేటా విశ్లేషక job for candidates with 0 - 1 years of experience.