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Job Posting Title: Live Operations Specialist Req ID: 10124584 Job Description: Join the Live Desk Operations Team as a Live Operations Specialist, where you'll play a crucial, hands-on role in the production operations of live streaming and live events across ABC News. You will be responsible for managing the on-air schedule of ABC News Live, our 24/7 live linear channel as well as trafficking and publishing events to ABC News digital platforms. This may include live switching events for various endpoints and working with editorial teams to ensure ABC News is owning live streaming video across the web, social media, and OTT outlets. This role may include early morning, late evening, overnight, and weekend hours, depending on scheduling, breaking news, and special coverage. What You Will Do Build/manage live playout schedules for FAST streaming channels, including ABC News Live Communicate with production control room(s) during live shows to roll breaks, listen for cues, and manage real-time changes Schedule necessary channel branding/continuity graphics, including snipes, teases, countdowns, etc., in coordination with producers on the All Channel team Quality check, live switch, and publish live events on non-linear streaming channels in coordination with producers on the News Services team Work closely with other teams within ABC News (social, audience development, NewsOne, etc.) to provide them with feeds already being produced, which may bolster their coverage/workflows Required Qualifications & Skills Minimum 2 years of robust live video production experience Strong experience in television, streaming, or digital news production, with a specific focus on live news streaming and publishing Proven ability to work effectively with operations, production, and technology teams in a media environment. Experience with master control automation solutions (Versio) and production systems (Ross video switchers, XPression graphics) Preferred Qualifications Experience in live video streaming and/or web publishing, including writing headlines, SEO, and reviewing analytics Required Education Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education in a relevant field. The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $61,400 to $82,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting Segment: ABC News Job Posting Primary Business: Operations (ABC News) Primary Job Posting Category: Master Control Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: New York, NY, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2025-06-25 Learn more about us.