Broadcast / OTT Streaming / IT Support Engineer
Hybrid Broadcast + OTT operations professional with experience in 24/7 playout, live studio workflows, and OTT monitoring / MCR. Strong in incident response, workflow automation, and reliability—bridging broadcast engineering, streaming delivery, and IT support. Open to Broadcast Ops, Streaming Ops, MCR, NOC, or IT/Technical Support Engineer roles.
HIGHLIGHTS
Commissioned & configured video/radio playout automation servers for 24/7 operations
Built and maintained daily broadcast playlists (accurate programming + compliance)
Proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation + transmission systems to keep services uninterrupted.
Executed failover / contingency workflows to minimize downtime during disruptions
Hands-on studio ops with Blackmagic Switcher, RodeCaster Pro II, Audio interface.
Tooling exposure: Pebble Beach Automation, mAirList, OBS Studio, vMix, Bitfocus Companion.
Built and deployed a scalable live-streaming platform, improving real-time broadcast quality and engagement.
OTT/MCR operations: monitored end-to-end workflow from scheduling to publishing and ensured continuity.
Strong grounding in OTT tech: DRM, ABR/packaging, codecs, encoding.
Monitoring & QoE tooling: DataMiner, Conviva, NewRelic, KIBANA, Grafana
Experience supporting delivery ecosystems: CDN (Akamai) + workflow issue tracking with service providers.
Prior involvement in OTT infrastructure implementation (Live Streaming).
Implemented an AI-driven media generation workflow (ElevenLabs) to auto-generate and schedule hourly audio/video content from live data.
Implemented AI-agent that research news used by hosts in daily basis.
Integrated AI outputs into broadcast operations alongside automation and playlist scheduling.
Quality and reliability focus: media checks against technical standards + SLA-aligned support.
Solid IT foundation across Windows / Mac / Linux, plus SLA-based support and maintenance.
Network & security credentials: CCNA + Fortinet Certified Associate.
Cloud skills: AWS + Microsoft Azure (certified).
Ops tooling: ManageEngine ServiceDesk and JIRA for support workflows.
Implementation and support of CentOS-based IPTV and Debian-based Digital Signage environments.
EXPERIENCE
Broadcast IT Engineer / Live Streaming
The KWAN Media (The Crypto Radio) • Aug 2024 — Present
Commissioned and configured video and radio playout automation servers, delivering seamless 24/7 broadcast operations.
Initiated and Implemented an AI-driven media generation workflow (ElevenLabs) to auto-generate and schedule hourly audio/video content from live data.
Developed and deployed a customized web application to deliver dynamic/real-time playlist metadata for daily live streaming operations.
Built and deployed a scalable live streaming platform, boosting real-time broadcast quality and audience engagement.
Provided proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation and transmission systems to ensure uninterrupted service.
Managed live studio operations, overseeing professional equipment (Blackmagic Switcher, Rode Caster Pro II, teleprompters, Audio Interface) for smooth productions.
Developed and maintained daily broadcast playlists, ensuring accurate programming and compliance.
Executed contingency workflows and failover strategies, minimizing downtime during disruptions.
Conducted media quality checks to meet broadcast audio and technical standards.
Delivered technical support and system maintenance of company-wide broadcast IT systems and IP network in line with SLA requirements, maximizing uptime and reliability.
Supported studio recordings and podcast sessions, ensuring professional-grade output.
Digital NOC Analyst - OSN+ /Streaming
OSN • Dec 2017 - Apr 2024
Constant check and update of transmission schedules
Contacting feed providers, play-out & up-link facilities to resolve issues
Operational monitoring of encoding and compression equipment.
Ensure OSN channels are broadcast with consistently high standards 24/7
Monitoring playout chains and return feed off-air signals.
Ingest and co-ordination of live events, down linking and recording of live events
Manage movement of media from servers as well as Archive.
Monitor dashboards and responds to alerts.
Monitor and report any error on transmission of the Electronic Program Guide (EPG).
Cross checking media against video & audio technical standards.
Execute contingency plans and workarounds as and when needed for resilient service delivery
Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure content across the Digital Platforms is delivered with high standards and in a timely manner
Take full ownership for operational and technical activities within the area, and work to improve and scale workflows.
Technical Engineer
MyHD Media • Jan 2014 — Nov 2017
Involved with OTT infrastructure implementation (Live Streaming)
Prepare playlist creation for transmission.
Conduct site surveys and provide solution proposal to
commercial customer’s for their TV distribution system.
Provide IPTV technical support services for Commercial
Customers for MyHD channels reception
Technical Support Engineer - IPTV and Digital Signage
G-Hanz FZCO - Roombase Deuromedia • May 2012 - Dec 2013
Carry out installation of IPTV System (Centos-based) and Digital Signage(Debian-based)
Visit prospect clients(Locally and abroad) providing product demonstrations.
Process, issue, record and file sales invoices and statements
Provide support and maintenance to company’s network and systems following SLA.
Technical Support Specialist - Verizon Communication
Alorica Philippines, Inc • Jan 2009 - Mar 2012
Deliver service and support to end-users using and operating automated call distribution phone software, via remote access.
Diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues involving internet connectivity, email clients, and more.
Research required information using available resources.
Follow standard processes and procedures.
Redirect problems to appropriate resource
Stay current with system information, changes and updates.
OTT media streaming technologies (DRM, ABR & packaging, codec, encoding)
CDN + HTTP cache/proxy (Akamai)
Monitoring suite (Conviva, DataMiner, NewRelic)
File delivery / orchestration (IBM Aspera, DIVA)
Media asset management / ingest
Video compression
Playout / automation tools: Pebble Beach Automation, mAirList
Professional receivers / headend (Ericsson 8200/8250; Ericsson RX9500)
Live production tools: OBS Studio, vMix, Bitfocus Companion
Live switching (signal, CG, AV checks)
Studio recording equipment/devices (Atem Mini Pro, Rodecaster Pro II, Behringer Audio Interface, Behringer Amplifier, Teleprompter)
SMPTE 2110
Cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure)
Operating systems: Windows / MacOS / Linux (Debian, CentOS)
Networking: Cisco, Fortinet
Virtualization: Hyper-V
Service desk / ITSM: ManageEngine ServiceDesk / JIRA
CERTIFICATION
Fortinet Certified Associate in Cybersecurity
Issued : 15 May 2024
MS Certified - Azure Fundamentals
Issued: Nov 2022
AWS – Solution Architect Assoc
Validity : Nov 2023
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Validity : Dec 2021
Linux System & Network Admin.
Issued : 2004
Dante Level 1(2nd Edition)
Validity : 30 Oct 2028
Broadcast ST 2110 Training
Validity : 09 Jan 2026
EC- Council Ethical Hacking Essential
Issued: 14 May 2024
Microsoft 365 Administration - LinkedIn
IT Service Desk Service Management - LinkedIn