Contribution Engineer

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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.

Join us and unlock career-defining opportunities , enjoy thoughtfully curated benefits, and access the tools you need to explore and grow into your best self. Here, you are supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive!

As part of our Contribution Engineering team, you will play a vital role in designing and installing contribution technology across the EMEA region. Your work will be crucial for both everyday operations and major live sporting events.

Your primary mission? To build and maintain the contribution platforms that will deliver TNT Sports & Eurosport’s expanding portfolio of sports rights. This role requires strategic thinking, determination, and a passion for championing new technologies and workflows.

In collaboration with production and sports technology teams, you will influence technology choices and workflow designs for TNT Sports & Eurosport, including delivering Grand Slam and Olympic events.

This is a hybrid role , with up to 3 days a week in the office (Monday to Friday) at our Chiswick Park, London location. Expect some travel to major events and the Olympics!

• Design and implement contribution compression systems for TNT Sports/Eurosport in the field and at WBD locations across EMEA.
• Liaise with Sports Technology, Production, and Operations teams to deliver future projects and services.
• Champion innovative contribution technology across the business.
• Manage third-party suppliers, ensuring clear requirements, adherence to SLAs, and risk mitigation.
• Stay updated on the latest technologies to enhance our broadcast capabilities.
• Provide expert technical support, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.

• Degree-level education or relevant experience in a broadcast environment.
• Familiarity with current compression standards.
• Understanding of broadcast video signal chains and audio workflows (PCM, Dolby D/E).
• Self-motivated with the ability to advance projects independently.
• Skilled in managing multiple workflows and prioritizing responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex technical information.
• Willingness to travel for major events and adapt to the fast-paced nature of sports broadcasting.

• 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.
• Knowledge of LTE contribution and internet contribution (SRT/RIST/ZIXI).
• Experience in MCR operations and engineering.

This role offers a hybrid work model , combining remote and in-office work, in line with our company policy. Your Line Manager will discuss and agree on the specifics with you. Please note that this arrangement may change based on business needs.

At WBD, our guiding principles are the core values that shape our operations and culture. We encourage you to explore these values and see how they resonate with you. We look forward to discussing them during your interview!

Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, or any other protected category.

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