Executive - Broadcast Operations

FanCode is launching its 24x7 sports OTT channel for sports enthusiasm. This role will require input in all aspects of the channel, but primarily, the role is curate the schedule for 24x7 playout.

The Executive (Programme Planning and Scheduling) will have to create daily, weekly and monthly programme schedules to support FanCode’s broadcast operations. He/she will execute programme schedules by engaging in constant communication with the non-linear media operations team. He/she will also coordinate the placement of network content promotions in collaboration with other teams.

Responsibilities:
• Working closely with the operations, product and content teams. You will be responsible for implementing the overarching sports scheduling strategy, as well as updating and maintaining the FanCode Broadcast System
• Collaborate with the Advertising Sales team to create commercial placement schedules
• Working as a channel scheduler to ensure proper timing of the EPG
• Create daily playlists for playout and transmission
• Identify opportunities to enhance the financial potential of specific content by increasing the number of advertising slots
• Maintain a database of fillers and advertising material to plan for meeting contingent requirements
• Entering promos, match highlights, match replays, break bumpers and other short-form content into the schedule, while ensuring product policy is adhered to
• Working with external playout partners to ensure timely and accurate delivery of presentation schedule
• Maintaining run logs on a daily basis
• Working closely with the content team and ensure that all line-ups are in place
• Researching current trends for future programming and forward planning
• Acting as the primary day-to-day contact for channel administration
• Attending technical and editorial meetings to ensure full knowledge of FC TV roadmap for channel delivery

Must Haves:
• 1-2 years scheduling experience
• Experience with MS Excel and BI databases
• Intermediate with MS Word & MS PowerPoint
• Knowledge of sports broadcast scheduling systems
• Analytical, naturally inquisitive and a problem solver
• Superb communication skills, both verbal and written

Good to Have:
• Adobe Photoshop, desirable but not necessary
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Eager to develop skills and knowledge of broadcast systems
• A sports fan (Because you will be surrounded by sports content 24x7)

Dream Sports is India’s leading sports technology company with brands such as Dream11, the world’s largest fantasy sports platform, FanCode, a premier digital sports platform that personalizes content and commerce for all sports fans, DreamSetGo, a sports experiences platform, and DreamPay, a payment solutions provider.

It has founded the Dream Sports Foundation to help and champion sportspeople and is an active member of the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports, the nodal body for the Fantasy Sports industry in India.

Founded in 2008 by Harsh Jain and Bhavit Sheth, Dream Sports is always working on its mission to ‘Make Sports Better’ and is located in Mumbai. Dream Sports has been featured as a ‘Great Places to Work’ by the Great Place to Work’ Institute for four consecutive years. It is also the only sports tech company among India’s best companies to work for in 2021.

For more information: https://dreamsports.group/

About FanCode:

FanCode is India’s premier digital sports destination committed to giving all fans a highly personalised experience across Content, Community and Commerce.

Founded by sports industry veterans Yannick Colaco and Prasana Krishnan in March 2019, FanCode offers interactive live streaming, sports fan merchandise (FanCode Shop), fast interactive live match scores, in-depth live commentary, fantasy sports data and statistics (Fantasy Research Hub), expert fantasy tips, sports news and much more.

FanCode has partnered with both domestic and international sports leagues and associations across multiple sports such as three of the top American Leagues - MLB, NFL, and NBA, FIVB, West Indies Cricket Board, Bangladesh Premier League, Caribbean Premier League, Bundesliga and I-League.

FanCode has already amassed over 27 million+ app installs and won the “Best Sports Startup” award at FICCI India Sports Awards 2019.

Get the FanCode App: iOS | Android

Website: www.fancode.com

FanCode Shop: www.shop.fancode.com