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About the Role

The Video Technology Manager defines the strategic design and evolution of video systems at AP, including cloud-based video workflows, live studios, and live operations. This role provides advanced support for video systems and collaborates with AP’s video event business, AP360. The manager will contribute to a 5-year technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with AP’s business objectives and maintaining a competitive edge in video technology.

Responsibilities

Oversee an international team supporting AP’s editorial video and audio workflows.
Serve as the subject matter expert for AP’s cloud-based Media Asset Management (MAM) system and editing applications.
Gather requirements from editorial, revenue, and AP360 teams to support the development of the 5-year technology roadmap.
Collaborate with editorial experts on camera specifications and field-based workflows, including remote operations and multi-camera productions.
Stay informed on emerging technologies and present recommendations to technology leadership.
Align video system design with AP's cloud-first technology strategy.
Define, implement, and continuously improve AP’s live video production workflows.
Evaluate emerging technologies such as cloud production platforms, virtualized control rooms, and remote production (REMI) workflows.
Participate in on-call coverage as needed.
Train technical operations, technical support, and editorial staff.
Assist AP360 in identifying appropriate technology solutions.
Support live-event production needs with AP360.
Establish a working relationship with the network engineering team for video-over-IP technologies.
Work closely with Information Security to ensure security standards are upheld.

Requirements

5 years’ experience in media or broadcasting.
Proven experience in a broadcast environment with knowledge of video-over-IP and audio-over-IP technologies.
Good understanding of networking principles.
Ability to travel internationally as required.
A versatile media technologist with deep expertise in Media Asset Management (MAM) systems and modern editing applications.
Proactive, self-motivated, and experienced in a video or media production environment.
Experienced in live production and effective at partnering with editorial and operations teams.
A collaborative team player who contributes ideas and fosters a positive working environment.
Comfortable working in a hybrid environment and capable of managing workload independently.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Able to work effectively in a cross-functional technical environment.
Capable of presenting strategic recommendations, including financial considerations, to senior managers.
Skilled at communicating technical concepts simply to non-technical colleagues.
Able to develop budget proposals for technology projects.
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to perform well under pressure.

Skills

Media Asset Management systems
NLEs such as DaVinci Resolve / Premiere
Cameras and remote productions
AWS, including video services
REST APIs
Scripting (eg with Python)

Location

New York

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

5 years experience in media or broadcasting

Education Level

HND or degree in Broadcast Technology or a related Engineering/Science field

Salary/Compensations

Competitive salary, based on a candidate’s skills and qualifications.

Benefits

Retirement benefits
Company paid life insurance
Paid vacation and sick days
Paid parental leave for any new parent
Mental well-being resources

About the Company

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting.
Founded in 1846, AP is the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats.
AP is the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business.
More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day.

Equal Opportunity

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences.
We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or other characteristic protected by law.