Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery!
The stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are
At Warner Bros. Discovery, we believe in the magic of storytelling. From wizards and dragons to the wonders of our planet, our vast portfolio of iconic content is brought to life by passionate storytellers, innovative creators, and visionary dreamers. Here, you’ll find a community that supports, celebrates, and empowers you to thrive.
Your New Role
Join our Contribution Engineering team, where you’ll play a crucial role in designing and installing cutting-edge contribution technology across the EMEA region. This is your chance to help shape the future of sports broadcasting for TNT Sports and Eurosport!
As a Broadcast Contribution Engineer, you will:
* Build and maintain the contribution platforms essential for delivering an expanding portfolio of sports rights.
* Collaborate with production and sports technology teams to influence technology choices and workflow design.
* Be part of delivering major events like the Grand Slam and the Olympics!
This hybrid role allows for up to 3 days a week in the office (Monday to Friday) at our Chiswick Park, London location, with travel to major events expected.
Your Role Accountabilities
* Design and implement contribution compression systems for TNT Sports/Eurosport across EMEA.
* Liaise with Sports Technology, Production, and Operations teams to drive future projects and services.
* Champion innovative contribution technology throughout the business.
* Manage third-party suppliers, ensuring clear requirements and adherence to SLAs.
* Stay updated on the latest technologies to enhance our broadcast capabilities.
* Provide expert technical support, troubleshooting issues promptly.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree-level education or relevant experience in a broadcast environment.
* Familiarity with current compression standards and broadcast video signal chains.
* Self-motivated with the ability to advance projects independently.
* Strong communication skills to convey complex technical information clearly.
* Willingness to travel for major events and adapt to the fast-paced nature of sports broadcasting.
Desirable Skills
* Knowledge of JPEG 2000/XS, H264/HEVC, and NDI.
* Familiarity with SMPTE 2022-7, 2110, NMOS, and SDN.
* Understanding of UHD, HDR, and Dolby Atmos formats.
* Experience in remote production and deploying systems in AWS and GCP.
* Background in LTE contribution and internet contribution (SRT/RIST/ZIXI).
* Experience in MCR operations and engineering.
Working Conditions
This role is offered as a Hybrid work model, combining remote and in-office work, in line with our company policy. Adjustments may be made based on business needs.
How We Get Things Done
At WBD, our guiding principles shape our culture and how we operate. We encourage you to explore these values and how they resonate with our team during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of background. If you require adjustments during the application process, please refer to our accessibility page for guidance.
Join us at Warner Bros. Discovery and be part of something extraordinary!