Remote Replay Operator

Role overview

The Remote Replay Operator supports live remote sports and studio productions by managing replay content across tools such as EVS LSM, Evertz Dreamcatcher, GV LiveTouch, SimplyLive ViBox, and Dreamcatcher. The role sits in a fast-moving broadcast setting and centers on capturing, organizing, recording, editing, and playing back video clips in line with producer and director direction.

This position requires strong familiarity with sports, leagues, major players, rules, violations, and basic strategy. It also calls for a solid grasp of the technical workflow inside a mobile unit and its connected systems. The operator is expected to take a leadership role in the replay room, contribute to planning, help solve technical issues, and communicate clearly with onsite operations leadership.

Core duties

• Run replay operations during live events, either as a dedicated replay operator or as a packager, while working with limited direction and tracking the story of the game.
• Keep an advanced working knowledge of professional and collegiate sports, including season-long storylines, important athletes, matchups, tactics, and rules, so key moments can be identified and pitched quickly.
• Create highlight packages, teasers, and montage edits in real time while meeting strict broadcast timelines.
• Choose from multiple camera feeds to deliver immediate slow-motion replays of decisive plays and moments.
• Confirm that server channels and software are correctly set up before air and resolve technical problems during the production.
• Partner with teams across the organization to plan and support event production needs for specific shows.

Technical and professional requirements

• At least 10 years of hands-on experience in live TV production or a closely related field in a major broadcast market, digital/streaming environment, or similar collegiate-level setting.
• Deep working knowledge of EVS broadcast systems, including XT-series servers, LSM Remote, and IPDirector.
• Ability to handle demanding deadlines, work independently, and juggle several active assignments at once.
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to remain composed in high-pressure mobile unit environments.
• Excellent communication, organization, planning, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort working as part of a collaborative team and helping build a positive working culture.
• Adaptability in an environment where priorities and conditions change quickly.
• Experience with remote live sports production and mobile unit workflows is preferred.
• Understanding of replay machines, telestration tools, all-in-one production systems, and video router infrastructure is preferred.
• Ability to recognize important game moments quickly and turn them into on-air content with minimal supervision is preferred.
• Ability to guide teammates, assign priorities, and lead within a live production environment is preferred.

Education

A high school diploma, vocational school diploma, or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree in Communications, Video Production, Studio Production, Journalism, or a related subject is preferred.

Working conditions

This is a remote position based in Connecticut, United States. The schedule must be flexible, and the role requires availability on nights, holidays, and weekends. Travel may also be necessary.

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this remote role is $70 to $90 per hour. Final compensation may vary based on geographic region, role-specific knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligible benefits may include medical, financial, and other offerings depending on the level and position.

Additional information

The operator must be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends.