
Manager Broadcast Distribution Job at Paramount in New York
Paramount, New York, NY, United States
#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. The Paramount Technology department supports our global content company through the delivery of a high-quality viewing experience, system infrastructure support, and creating innovative ways for our employees to collaborate. If you are interested in a strategy that has growth, transformation, and on-going innovation where you can help “reinvent the broadcasting wheel” Paramount Tech has a role for you…
Primary Responsibilities
Support the Network Distribution of the CBS Network to our Stations, Affiliates and Partners as well as schedule and procure Live Event facilities for our Clients (News, Sports, Entertainment, and Paramount Global).
Direct and supervise the scheduling and procurement of transmission facilities to service internal CBS clients and external customers, including booking facilities for CBS Live Events and Remotes (satellite space, fiber, uplink trucks, etc.).
Provide real time computer control and Level 1 technical support for 209 CBS Affiliates and additional support to Paramount+.
Work in a 24x7 Network Operations Center which monitors and maintains the Satellite, Fiber and terrestrial distribution for the CBS Network, DABL affiliates and Paramount+.
Basic Qualifications
5 years’ experience with knowledge in the communications industry is required.
Comprehensive understanding of video compression formats and technology.
Understanding of RF transmission, encoding and decoding.
Strong baseline knowledge of Networking, IP streaming and Data delivery.
Strong organization skills, be detailed oriented and able to multitask.
Additional Qualifications
Prior experience as a Technical Support, Master Control Operator or Earth Station Technician is a plus.
Candidate must be willing to operate in a 365-day -24 x 7 environment, including working all shifts to support 24 x 7 operations.
Proficiency with Schedule All, Service Now, Microsoft Office including Visio, Excel and MS Word.
Strong communications skills, oral and written to detail station reports.
Bachelor of Science Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $120,000.00 - 135,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
Benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, PTO and bonus eligibility. The benefits package may be dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
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Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Entertainment Providers
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In Summary: The Paramount Technology department supports our global content company through the delivery of a high-quality viewing experience, system infrastructure support, and creating innovative ways for our employees to collaborate . Work in a 24x7 Network Operations Center which monitors and maintains the Satellite, Fiber and terrestrial distribution for the CBS Network, DABL affiliates and Paramount+.
En Español: #WeAreParamount en una misión para liberar el poder del contenido... tú dentro? Tenemos las marcas, tenemos las estrellas, tenemos el poder de lograr nuestra misión de entretener al planeta. Ahora todo lo que nos falta es... ¡Tú! Si está interesado en una estrategia que tenga crecimiento, transformación e innovación continua donde pueda ayudar a reinventar la rueda de radiodifusión para clientes internos y externos, incluida la reserva de instalaciones operativas de CBS Live Events and Remotes (espacio por satélite, fibra, camiones ascendentes, etc.). Proporcionar control informático en tiempo real y soporte técnico de nivel 1 para 209 afiliados de CBS así como programar y adquirir instalaciones de eventos en vivo para nuestros Clientes (Noticias, Deportes, Entretenimiento y Paramount Global). Dirigir y supervisar la planificación y adquisición de instalations de transmisión para atender a los clientes internes de CBS y clientes externos. El rango salarial de contratación para este puesto se aplica a la ciudad de Nueva York, California, Colorado, el estado de Washington y la mayoría de otras geografías. La remuneración inicial del solicitante exitoso depende de una variedad de factores relacionados con el trabajo, incluidos pero no limitados a la ubicación geográfica, las demandas del mercado, la experiencia, la capacitación y la educación. Los beneficios disponibles para este cargo incluyen un plan médico, dental, visión 401 (k), cobertura de seguro de vida, prestaciones por discapacidad, programa de asistencia en matrícula, PTO y elegibilidad de bonificación. Desde la programación y las películas que creamos hasta los beneficios/programas de empleados e iniciativas de divulgación del impacto social, creemos que la oportunidad, el acceso, los recursos y las recompensas deben estar disponibles para y para el beneficio de todos. Paramount se enorgullece de ser un lugar de trabajo con igualdad de oportunidades. Estamos comprometidos a proporcionar igual oportunidades de empleo sin importar raza, color, etnia, ascendencia, religión, credo, sexo, origen nacional, orientación sexual, edad, estatus de ciudadanía, estado civil, discapacidad, identidad de género, expresión de genero y status de veterano. Si usted es una persona calificada con una discapacidad o un veterano discapacitado, puede solicitar mensajes razonables si no puede o está limitado en su capacidad de usar o acceder a https://www.paramount.com/careers como resultado de su incapacidad.