Broadcast Channels Operator

2 Months ago • 2-3 Years • Broadcast

Job Summary

Job Description

The Broadcast Channels Operator plays a crucial role in delivering live racing broadcasts across Ladbrokes, NEDS, and Trackside channels. Responsibilities include coordinating with various teams to ensure smooth broadcast rundowns, operating control room equipment (graphics, vision switching, audio mixing), making operational decisions based on business judgment and style guides, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with other operators. The role demands quick decision-making, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills within a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. The successful candidate will ensure flawless execution of broadcasts, contributing to a high-quality viewer experience.
Must have:
  • 2-3 years broadcasting experience
  • Strong understanding of broadcasting operations
  • Reliable and professional, calm under pressure
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work independently and in a team
Good to have:
  • Racing knowledge
Perks:
  • Paid Medical Insurance
  • Dedicated Training Plans
  • Birthday Bonus
  • Inclusive work atmosphere
  • Office amenities (pool table, dartboard)
  • Social clubs and activities

Job Details

Description

Hello and Kia Ora!

Start your game...

Entain Australia & New Zealand are fearlessly revolutionising the racing and wagering industry. We are committed to delivering outstanding and memorable customer experiences, continuously seeking ways to grow our business and expand our markets beyond conventional boundaries. Driven by the thrill of live racing, our dedicated Broadcasting team shape the race-day experience for thousands of viewers across New Zealand and Australia.

As a Broadcast Channels Operator, you will have the unique chance to make the final impact on our customers, delivering the latest insights and an unmatched broadcast experience. You will play a key role in coordinating, creating, and running the Ladbrokes, NEDS, and Trackside racing channels, ensuring every broadcast hits the mark. Your expertise and quick decision-making skills will ensure the channels run smoothly, keeping viewers in the loop with up-to-the-minute race info and thrilling content.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate and talented Media team, where your contributions directly impact the viewer experience and the success of major racing events. Every broadcast is a high-energy event and your work will make a real difference to the audience, broadcasters, and stakeholders who rely on your expertise to bring the excitement to life. Whether it's coordinating feeds, managing transitions, or troubleshooting in real-time, you’ll be part of a high-performing team that consistently pushes the boundaries of broadcasting.

Where and how you can work...

We have offices in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Sydney, and Brisbane, to name a few! This role will be based in our dedicated control room in Auckland.

With a 24/7 operation, every second counts and you’re at the heart of the action. You'll need to thrive in a dynamic environment and be flexible across the week including weekdays, weekends, some public holidays, and possible late nights.

Your day-to-day...

  • Coordinate with Scheduling, Production, and Master Control teams to ensure accurate rundowns, playlists, content, and linking circuits are delivered smoothly.
  • Prepare and verify transmission rundowns to ensure everything is in place for a flawless broadcast.
  • Operate all Control Room equipment, including graphics, vision switching, and audio mixing, ensuring seamless integration.
  • Make operational decisions based on business judgment, the Channel Style Guide, and production requirements to ensure a consistent broadcast.
  • Ensure fault-free, smooth delivery of transmission without interruptions or technical issues.
  • Collaborate with Raceday Control and other Channel Operators for effective coordination during live broadcasts.
  • Provide shift reports, detailing any issues, operational decisions, and equipment malfunctions for continuous improvement.
  • Assist in training new staff, sharing your expertise and helping them adapt to the fast-paced broadcasting environment.

You're a match if you ideally have...

  • 2-3 years of broadcasting experience or a relevant qualification in Digital Media or similar fields.
  • Strong understanding of broadcasting operations and workflows, ensuring smooth live content delivery.
  • Reliable and professional, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines during live broadcasts.
  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring flawless execution of graphics, audio, and broadcast elements.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration and issue resolution.
  • Reliable and professional, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Racing knowledge and interest is favorable, helping to enhance broadcast quality and understanding of key moments.

Who are we?

At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences.

We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella – our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike.

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports. We're excited to be working alongside our other key NZ brands including Sport Nation, Trackside, and our brand new wagering brand betcha.

Entain Lifestyle...

  • Paid Medical Insurance: Get covered with Southern Cross medical insurance for you and your family!
  • Dedicated Training Plans: Power up your professional growth with our exclusive training programs.
  • Birthday Bonus: Take a breather on your special day, courtesy of us. It's your day to shine!
  • Be You: Express yourself! We celebrate your unique individuality, creating a supportive and inclusive work atmosphere.
  • Office Fun: Our Auckland and Wellington offices are game-ready with a pool table, dartboard, and sports on TV. Work's never been this fun!
  • Social Butterflies Welcome, join our clubs and dive into exciting activities regularly!

As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values, celebrates and respects individual differences, so whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion, or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work. Our diverse internal networks provide support for you to express your views and make a positive difference.

Due to the wagering aspect of our industry, applicants must be a minimum of 18 years to apply.

For more information, please reach out to us at careers@entaingroup.com.au or hit apply now.

Similar Jobs

Synechron - Senior - React, Redux & React Native Developer

Synechron

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (On-Site)
1 Month ago
GameJobs - Principal Geometry Engineer

GameJobs

Cary, North Carolina, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Mashgin - Mechanical Design Engineer Intern

Mashgin

San Jose, California, United States (On-Site)
4 Weeks ago
Booming games - Game Developer - Javascript / HTML5 (f/m/x)

Booming games

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany (Hybrid)
7 Months ago
Valeo - VIE Process Injection Engineer

Valeo

Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Nielsen Holdings - Software Engineer - Platform

Nielsen Holdings

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (Hybrid)
7 Months ago
Evolution - Flemish Speaking Game Presenter

Evolution

Spa, Wallonia, Belgium (On-Site)
1 Year ago
Entain - Camera Operator

Entain

Waikato, New Zealand (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Evolution - Game Presenter - Spanish and English Speaking

Evolution

Spain (On-Site)
1 Year ago
Evolution - Game Presenter

Evolution

Yerevan, Yerevan, Armenia (On-Site)
1 Year ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Similar Skill Jobs

Google - Lead Group Product Manager, Tensor SoC TPU

Google

Mountain View, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Univision - Account Coordinator

Univision

Fresno, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
RealXP Lab - Industry Mentor, Game Development

RealXP Lab

Dallas, Texas, United States (Remote)
5 Months ago
Token Metrics - Crypto Investment Analyst Intern (Remote)

Token Metrics

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (Remote)
7 Months ago
The Walt Disney Company - Asset Protection Agent (Part-time)

The Walt Disney Company

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
High Moon Studios - Senior Gameplay Engineer

High Moon Studios

Carlsbad, California, United States (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
PlayStation Global - Narrative Animator (Contract)

PlayStation Global

Los Angeles, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
USE Insider - Account Director - Vietnam HCMC

USE Insider

Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Hybrid)
7 Months ago
Bushiroad - Licensing Executive / Senior Licensing Executive

Bushiroad

Singapore, Singapore (On-Site)
3 Months ago
OKX - Administrative Manager

OKX

Hong Kong (On-Site)
1 Month ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Jobs in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Weta Fx - FXTD

Weta Fx

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Cubic Corporation - Test Lead

Cubic Corporation

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Rocket Werkz - GAME PROGRAMMER (C#)

Rocket Werkz

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (On-Site)
9 Months ago
outer dawn - Data Analyst (Game Economy Focus)

outer dawn

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Google - Customer Engineer, Google Cloud

Google

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Philips - Customer Project Manager - Diagnostic Imaging and Image Guided Therapy

Philips

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (On-Site)
4 Weeks ago
Canva - Staff Backend Engineer - Product Insights Enablement - Java

Canva

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Remote)
2 Months ago
Blind Squirrel Games - Gameplay Engineer

Blind Squirrel Games

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (On-Site)
5 Months ago
Zuru - Territory Manager

Zuru

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Canva - Senior Frontend Engineer - Canva for Education

Canva

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Remote)
2 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Broadcast Jobs

Entain - Camera Operator

Entain

Waikato, New Zealand (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Every matrix - Broadcast Engineer

Every matrix

Batumi, Adjara, Georgia (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Evolution - Bilingual In-Studio Game Presenter - Fluent Spanish & English Speaking A MUST

Evolution

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (On-Site)
9 Months ago
Evolution - Online Game Presenter (Waiter/Waitress Alternative) No Experience Necessary

Evolution

Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States (On-Site)
12 Months ago
Hawk Eye Innovations - VAR Replay Operator

Hawk Eye Innovations

Vienna, Vienna, Austria (Hybrid)
2 Months ago
The Walt Disney Company - Media Systems Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

Singapore, Singapore (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Nielsen Holdings - Bilingual Spanish Field Sales Representative

Nielsen Holdings

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
The Walt Disney Company - Graphics Operator I

The Walt Disney Company

Bristol, Connecticut, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
The Walt Disney Company - Sr Streaming Media Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

New York, New York, United States (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Nielsen Holdings - Software Engineer - Platform

Nielsen Holdings

Gurugram, Haryana, India (Hybrid)
7 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

About The Company

Sports betting and gaming is changing, and we’re leading that change. By putting people first. By placing exciting, engaging and entertaining experiences at more fingertips than ever before. We're pushing boundaries further. With innovation. With technology. But most importantly, with people like you. We may sit in the FTSE100, but for millions of customers worldwide, we’re the brands they hold in their hands – and heart. As the home of household names like Ladbrokes, PartyPoker and Foxy, to name just a few, we bring moments of excitement to millions of customers every day. And we’re elevating ourselves above the competition. We’re leading the industry in bold new directions - and it’s our diverse and talented team who make this possible.
View All Jobs

Get notified when new jobs are added by Entain

Level Up Your Career in Game Development!

Transform Your Passion into Profession with Our Comprehensive Courses for Aspiring Game Developers.

Job Common Plug