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The Video Technology Manager defines the strategic design of video systems at AP. This includes the design of video infrastructure and cloud-based video workflows; camera specifications and field workflows; Live studios, and the Live operations for AP’s multi-channel service to customers. In addition, provides advanced support (level 3) of video systems, and works closely with AP’s video event business (AP360).
 

The Video Technology Manager will be responsible for defining and updating a comprehensive 5-year technology roadmap and the delivery of video projects. This roadmap will outline the strategic direction for video infrastructure, cloud-based workflows, and emerging technologies. By collaborating with editorial, revenue, and AP360 teams, the manager will gather requirements, deliver projects and ensure the roadmap aligns with AP's overall business objectives. The roadmap will also include plans for the new London infrastructure in 2026 and future technology refreshes in the USA. The goal is to stay ahead of industry trends, integrate innovative solutions, and maintain AP's competitive edge in video technology.
 

Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation and testing of new video equipment.
• Gather requirements from editorial, revenue, and AP360 teams to enable the creation of the 5-year roadmaps.
• Work with colleagues to define the design of the video technology required for the new London infrastructure in 2026, which will be applied to future technology refreshes in the USA.
• Form a close working relationship with the network engineering team as video over IP technologies are deployed using the AP network.
• Become the subject expert for future digital formats such as SRT, SMPTE-2110, NDI, and others.
• Assist AP360 in identifying the correct technology to support their operations.
• Collaborate with editorial experts for field-based workflows, including camera and multi-camera productions.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and present recommendations to tech leaders on how these new technologies could benefit AP.
• Align video system design with AP's cloud-first technology strategy where practical and cost-effective.
• Work closely with information security to ensure AP security integrity is maintained when designing and deploying video systems.
• Be available on call as needed for incidents that occur outside of normal working hours.
• Train technical operations and editorial staff as required.

Who You Are

• Team player who is willing to contribute ideas.
• Able to work in a hybrid working environment and self-manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Pro-active and able to work on own initiative with technical experience in a video or media production environment.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional technical environment, forming working relationships with others.
• Ability to present strategic recommendations to senior managers in a clear and concise manner, including financial information.
• Ability to work with departments outside of technology and explain technical subjects in simple terms.
• Ability to create budget proposals for projects.
• Possess high communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in media and broadcasting.
• Proven experience working in a broadcast environment with video and audio over IP knowledge.
• HND or degree qualification in Broadcast Technology, or an appropriate Engineering/Science field.
• Good understanding of network principles.
• Experience supporting the following video technology:
  • SDI infrastructure
  • SMPTE 2110 infrastructure
  • AWS cloud-based video technology
• Able to travel internationally as required.

Application deadline is January  28, 2025 at 11:59pm EST.

 

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