Operations Coordinator [Atlanta]
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to reliance on strong analytical and organizational skills with a solid entry-level salary range.
- Entry-level salary: $41,991 - $77,983/year
- Growth potential within a renowned media company
- Experience in live broadcast operations
Pros
- Opportunity to work in a respected organization (Warner Bros. Discovery) known for its media impact.
- Skill development in database management and technical support.
- Structured support for blackout implementations in sports broadcasting, which enhances industry relevance.
Cons
- Involves night and weekend shifts which may affect work-life balance.
- Entry-level position may limit salary potential initially.
- High attention to detail required, potentially leading to stress.
Who it's for
Entry-Level • On-site
Good fit
- Recent graduates eager to enter the broadcasting field.
- Candidates who enjoy problem-solving in technical environments.
- Individuals looking to start their career in entertainment operations.
Not recommended for
- Experienced professionals not interested in entry-level roles.
- Those needing a strictly 9-5 job.
- Candidates without technical skills or database familiarity.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Distribution Affiliate Operations team is looking for an Operations Coordinator to support day to day operations and database management, providing Affiliate technical support as required. The ideal candidate will be able to handle multiple databases and projects while maintaining careful attention to detail.
Responsibilities
• Engage in direct communication with affiliate partners to assist in identifying and troubleshooting technical issues including but not limited to related to signal delivery, signal quality, closed captions and local advertising breaks. Escalate issues in a timely manner and to the appropriate teams as needed.
• Resolve discrepancies with affiliate engineers/partners, affiliate launch managers and internal teams to ensure accurate information is received and input for each affiliate network launch.
• Monitor distribution platforms and devices to ensure content availability, especially during special and live events. Set up STB DVR recordings and/or monitor high profile broadcasts. Utilize social media skimming tools (if applicable) to detect viewer reported issues for review.
• Work with supervisor to identify data discrepancy issues and maintain data integrity including data cleanup.
• Provide support for blackout implementation across professional sports leagues and WM networks (domestic and international). Ensure compliance with blackout mandates and assist affiliates and/or off-site teams during blackout events.
• Special projects – Contribute to special initiatives such as satellite realignments and business systems data integration.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree required; preference for related fields such as Communications, Journalism, or Broadcasting Engineering.
• 1-3 years of database experience in an operations or customer support role preferred.
• Position hours are 11am-8pm and requires periodic shift hours, including weekends and evenings to monitor blackouts and signal integrity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including excel.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal skills are required.
• Candidate must be articulate, extremely detail-oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must possess a high level of self-motivation, commitment, and demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness.
• Cable industry experience or experience in a technical support role a plus.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
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In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $41,991.00 - $77,983.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
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