PBS NewsHour is hiring: Content Operations Specialist in Alexandria

Content Operations Specialist page is loaded Content Operations Specialist Apply remote type Hybrid locations Alexandria, VA time type Full time posted on Posted 7 Days Ago job requisition id JR1000194 Position Title: Sr. Program Associate, Content Packaging Department: Content Operations Corporate Area: Technology & Operations Status: Regular, Full time Exempt Manager Title: Sr. Director, Content Operations Position Overview: The Content Operations Specialist gets the opportunity to work on some of PBS’s acclaimed General Audience and Children’s Programming. This position coordinates with producers to ensure media is delivered, meets PBS technical standards and metadata is accurate. This position traffics media and manages changes to media including edit supervision. Those in this position know that daily they contribute to providing the American public with the quality content PBS is known for. Once hired, your internal title will be Sr. Program Associate – Content Packaging. Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Coordinate with producers, Programming, Marketing and Standards & Practices to track media deliverables for assigned series/programs Perform quality control checks of media and program metadata Traffic /assemble General Audience and Children’s programs Manage change requests, including edit supervision and record creation. Respond to producer inquiries regarding PBS delivery specs prior to submission of media Review QC results and determine the appropriate disposition Support PBS Media Operations Center in responding to questions from producers regarding services provided Requirements for success: 2-4 years’ experience in broadcast traffic and operations, production or post-production Experience coordinating supervised and non-supervised edit sessions Experience with broadcast traffic software Bachelor's Degree in related field, or equivalent work experience Knowledge of PBS content helpful Skills/Abilities required: Attention to detail Strong proofreading/editing skills Organizational skills Strong writing and communications skills Ability to juggle several projects and work within tight deadlines Diplomacy skills Issue resolution Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook PBS is an Equal opportunity Employer in accordance with the EEOC and the Commonwealth of Virginia. About Us PBS is a membership organization that, in partnership with its member stations, serves the American public with programming and services of the highest quality, using media to educate, inspire, entertain and express a diversity of perspectives. PBS empowers individuals to achieve their potential and strengthen the social, democratic, and cultural health of the U.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr