Broadcast Ingest Operator Job at NAB Leadership Foundation in Charlotte

About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. We are building a sustainable future for local news.

Ingest Operator – Charlotte, NC
The Ingest Operator is a member of our broadcast operations hub and will support the live operation and support of multiple television stations in a 24/7 centralized environment. We seek a self‑starter capable of working independently or as part of a team, responsible for the preparation and distribution of short‑form and long‑form content for all TEGNA television stations.

Responsibilities

Ingest, prepare, and perform technical quality control of broadcast content including local programming, syndicated programming, paid programming, commercials, and some promotional inventory in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Review and manage digital content to ensure technical standards are met and inventory will play on demand.

Work with TEGNA stations to ensure timely preparation and distribution of short‑form and long‑form content.

Read format sheets and prep content to specified specifications.

Coordinate with station personnel on technical specification requirements and delivery requirements of digital content.

Verify that digital linear feeds, file pitches/transmissions, fiber feeds, downlinks, and records are correctly scheduled and updated as necessary.

Set up and maintain the Crispin Record Scheduler.

Apply knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware and software related to television broadcast operations, including video and audio routing equipment, file servers, and multi‑channel automation systems.

Use Wide Orbit Traffic System to run reports and create digital logs.

Stay current with evolving technology in the rapidly changing communications industry.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

BA/BS in a related field or equivalent experience.

Experience with Crispin Automation/Loading Dock is a plus.

Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere) is a plus.

Experience with Wide Orbit Traffic System is a plus.

Basic understanding of television production, broadcast operations, and/or news, sports, or entertainment technical production requirements.

Proficiency in Excel and the entire Microsoft O365 suite of tools.

Ability to troubleshoot, take immediate action, and resolve broadcast issues.

Strong customer service attributes and skills, including written and verbal communication.

Strong organization and time‑management skills.

Unwavering composure in high‑pressure situations.

Acute attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Experience working successfully as part of a team.

Willingness to work onsite at our facility in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of a 24x7 operation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of employees and their families, including two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance.

401(k) program with contributions ranging from 1% to 80% of pay on a pre‑tax basis. Contributions up to the first 4% are eligible for a 100% company match, fully vested from day one.

All employees and eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor appointments with Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with Spring Health.

Generous paid time off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year.

Additional benefits may apply under collective bargaining agreements for certain positions.

EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.

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