Studio Engineer, Prime Video Live Sports

• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of live broadcast experience in a studio-based setting
• Experience with a high stress environment with tight deadlines – flexibility to adapt quickly with changes in production plans

The Studio Engineer candidate will be responsible for supporting all studio production that is a part of multiple sports properties in North America (Thursday Night Football, NWSL, Monday Night Hockey in Canada and NASCAR.) Duties will include responsibilities for productions that have studio-based elements incorporated into the workflow: traditional studio production, hybrid or REMI style production as well as Live Cloud Production (LCP.)

The role is based at Amazon’s offices on the Culver Studios lot in Culver City, CA.

Key job responsibilities

• Responsible for the operational functionality for all studio-based software and hardware used as part of live sports production as well as all post produced content (media archive and creative editing.) Studio based systems include but are not limited to:

Studio video and audio systems – baseband and IP
IP-based global communication platform

Record devices for media asset archive
Software used in production space (remote connectivity for virtual team members)

Edit work stations and media archive systems to support live production

Executive viewing in office areas

• Point of contact in the studio for technical team members on live remotes. Ensures continuity with live remote as needed for live production.
• Create documentation of all workflows and processes. Continually update all team members as workflows develop or change.
• Deploy all updates as needed (software and hardware) to maintain high level of production functionality as well as to ensure compliance with Amazon Security (OpSec) requirements and best practices.
• Work with Amazon Web Services to drive efficiencies across all media workflows.
• Work with other team members to collaborate on design approaches, prototype new technology and evaluate technical feasibility for possible studio expansion.
• Attend industry-based conferences to grow knowledge base as new technology develops.
• Clear communication skills – both in written and verbal form – to keep management informed of issues and concerns
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related experience in related work environment

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $97,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $218,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.