Broadcast Operations Technician

Broadcast Operations Technician

At the Cowboy Channel, we deliver the heart of western sports and lifestyle to millions of fans across the country. From the dirt of the arena to the screens in living rooms nationwide, every signal we send carries the energy of the sport we love. We're looking for a Broadcast Operations Technician to help us deliver that experience flawlessly, every time the lights come up.

You'll be the central nervous system of our live transmission operation — the person who makes sure every feed gets where it needs to go, sounds right, looks right, and hits air without a hitch. Working from a master event calendar, you'll manage encoder inventory, route live signals, and serve as a key point of contact connecting production, engineering, digital, and network operations.

Beyond the transmission desk, you'll get hands-on with studio and remote productions — running lighting, audio boards, control systems, and more — contributing directly to the live and pre-recorded content our audience tunes in for.

Responsibilities

• Allocate encoder inventory based on destination requirements and event needs.
• Coordinate delivery, setup, and FAX checks with on-site arena contacts.
• Route live feeds across broadcast, digital, field production, and monitoring endpoints.
• Verify audio configurations, video frame rates, and signal quality before every air window.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal production teams and on-site arena crews during live windows.
• Troubleshoot signal drops and encoding issues at first response, escalating to engineering when needed.
• Operate studio gear — lighting, control systems, audio boards, and associated equipment — for studio and remote productions.
• Workflow Evolution: Keep pace with new streaming trends and technical techniques, adapting daily operations to incorporate industry best practices.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in live sports, news, or studio production — roles like Studio Technician, Field Production Technician, Technical Operations Specialist, Audio Assistant/A2, or A/V Technician.
• Strong technical foundation in modern broadcast hardware and software systems.
• Working knowledge of video routing, audio mapping, and transmission equipment for studio and remote broadcasts.
• Understanding of SRT, RTMP, LiveU/Bonded Cellular, Starling and Satellite Uplink workflows, internet bandwidth, technology protocols and broadcast procedures.
• Ability to schedule and manage multiple feeds, and troubleshoot signal issues.
• Proven composure under live conditions — you thrive on real-time comms, tight checklists, and a fast clock.
• Sharp analytical instincts for diagnosing connectivity, signal flow, and quality issues.
• Clear, concise communication — equally comfortable directing an arena crew and escalating to an engineer.
• Knowledge of professional rodeo is a bonus!

This position is based in our state-of-the-art production facility in Fort Worth, Texas, with occasional remote work allowed. Some travel may be required.

EEO STATEMENT

Teton Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionately committed to equitable hiring and boldly dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, including bilingual and bicultural individuals, LGBTQ+ persons, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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