Live Broadcast Operator (Project-based)

Los Angeles, CA 90028
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Job Description

About Us:

Advanced Systems Group, LLC enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud, ASG ensures our clients’ success through tailored solutions. One of North America’s largest Media and Entertainment Technology and Operations suppliers, we provide engineering services, physical and cloud integration, training, support, and managed services.
Our Managed Services deliver customized operations and services for all phases of media production, including creative and engineering. Founded in 1997, ASG has teams based in Northern California, Los Angeles, the New York Tri-State Area, the Southeastern US, and the Rocky Mountain Region.

About the Role:

We are seeking highly skilled Live Broadcast Operators who will be responsible for executing and monitoring live broadcast operations within our client's world-class Broadcast Operations Center (BOC). This role requires operational precision, real-time problem-solving, and consistent adherence to company broadcast standards. As part of the core operations team, the Operator ensures signal integrity, supports live programming, and participates in the execution of high-profile events.
This is a project-based role that will work on an ad hoc basis depending on business needs; on average 4-5 days per week during peak seasons.

Responsibilities:

Live Broadcast & Network Operations
  • Monitor the health and continuity of all live programming, including performing and confirming FAX checks with trucks and downstream takers.
  • Operate all assigned broadcast equipment and software within the BOC to maintain live transmission and signal flow.
  • Serve as the first line of defense for any signal interruption or discrepancy, collaborating with Netflix and the Live Broadcast Operations Supervisor to restore service promptly.
  • Provide technical support for live streams, ensuring visual and audio quality meet distribution standards.
  • Assist in coordinating the launch, routing, and takedown of live events, including sports, entertainment, and tentpole programming.
  • Document and log live event milestones, issues, and resolutions with clarity and accuracy.

Issue Management & Troubleshooting
  • Identify, diagnose, and escalate issues quickly to the Supervisor or Netflix Engineering/Operations teams based on severity.
  • Support in-depth troubleshooting of broadcast and transmission systems, including IP-based video, cloud-based tools, and hybrid workflows.
  • Track anomalies and provide detailed notes and data to support post-event reviews and incident reports.

Technical Operations Support
  • Maintain proficiency with Netflix’s evolving broadcast platforms, infrastructure, and third-party tools.
  • Participate in regular training and certifications to stay current with Netflix’s standards and workflow updates.
  • Support cross-functional projects and special coverage, including high-priority or sensitive programming.

Collaboration & Communication
  • Coordinate in real-time with the Live Broadcast Supervisor, Coordinators, Operations, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth handoffs and successful executions.
  • Maintain clear and professional communication during live operations, including high-pressure and rapid-response situations.
  • Document shift turnover notes and communicate key issues to incoming operators to ensure continuity.

Qualifications
  • 3–5 years of experience in broadcast operations, live production, or master control environments.
  • Proven ability to operate in a 24/7 BOC or equivalent live operations setting, ideally within entertainment or streaming.
  • Strong technical understanding of signal flow, digital audio/video fundamentals, and compression formats.
  • Experience operating or monitoring tools such as waveform monitors, vectorscopes, encoders, intercom systems, and playout servers.
  • Familiarity with transport and streaming protocols such as SDI, SMPTE-2110, RTP, RTMP, SRT, Zixi.
  • Experience with monitoring platforms and cloud-based broadcast systems (e.g., TAG Video Systems, AMPP, Zixi Broadcaster).
  • Ability to work independently under pressure while remaining calm, responsive, and detail-focused.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays, as required by broadcast schedules.

Compensation & Benefits:
This role is paid an hourly rate of $50-65/hr depending on experience.
Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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