vMix Switcher Operator

The vMix Switcher Operator will be responsible for operating, switching, and coordinating all technical and editorial elements within SportyNet’s live and recorded productions using vMix. This role is essential to ensuring smooth, accurate, and high-quality execution of live shows, match broadcasts, interviews, press conferences, remote contributions, and digital-first productions.
The vMix Switcher Operator works in direct collaboration with producers, directors, MCR, audio, graphics, engineering, and on-air talent to deliver seamless productions across linear TV and digital platforms.

Live Production Operation (vMix & Switching)

• →Operate vMix as the primary switcher for live programs, sports broadcasts, studio shows, and remote productions
• →Execute transitions, cuts, picture-in-picture (PIP), overlays, lower-thirds, scorebugs, and dynamic graphics
• →Manage multiple video inputs, cameras, replay sources, remote calls, and media assets
• →Trigger commercial breaks, sponsored elements, and promotional content in alignment with the rundown
• →Follow cues from the director and production team, ensuring timing accuracy during live operations
  
  

System Setup & Technical Configuration

• →Prepare vMix sessions, templates, and input maps for each production
• →Configure routing, audio buses, mix-minus, NDI sources, and contribution protocols (SRT, RTMP, WebRTC)
• →Work closely with Engineering to validate equipment, network stability, and redundancy paths
• →Ensure that graphics, media clips, and remote feeds are preloaded, tested, and synchronized
  
  

Coordination with Editorial, Production & MCR

• →Collaborate with producers to understand rundown structure, segment needs, editorial priorities, and timing
• →Align with MCR for content ingest, playlist timing, commercial insertion, and breaks
• →Integrate graphic elements provided by the design team, including lower-thirds, animations, and full screens
• →Maintain communication with control room teams during live shows for operational updates and adjustments
  
  

Quality Control & Monitoring

• →Monitor audio and video levels, signal sync, color balance, and overall production quality
• →Identify technical issues in real time and implement immediate corrective actions
• →Ensure outputs match broadcast standards for both linear channels and digital platforms
• →Conduct pre-show rehearsals and tests to guarantee operational readiness
  
  

Workflow Optimization & Documentation

• →Maintain vMix presets, templates, and operational guides for various program formats
• →Support development of SOPs related to live switching, remote integration, and digital output workflows
• →Participate in technical evaluations, pilots, and tests for new tools or production formats
• →Provide feedback and improvement recommendations to enhance production efficiency

• Degree in Broadcasting, Audiovisual Production, Media Technology, Engineering, or related fields
• Proven experience operating vMix or other live production/switching systems in professional environments
• Experience with live sports broadcasting is a significant advantage
• Familiarity with control room workflows, studio operations, and digital live streaming
• Advanced knowledge of vMix (switching, graphics layering, audio routing, replay, automation)
• Experience with NDI, SRT, RTMP, IP-based video workflows, and cloud contribution tools
• Understanding of broadcast standards, sync, color, encoding formats, and audio mixing principles
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly during high-pressure live environments
• Comfort working with graphic systems, lower-thirds, overlays, and brand identity packages
• Intermediate English for reading technical documentation and communication with partners
• High focus, attention to detail, and solid situational awareness during live broadcasts
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make rapid, accurate decisions
• Strong communication and teamwork with technical, editorial, and production staff
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate production needs
• Strong sense of responsibility for on-air product quality

• Office in São Paulo City!
• B2B Contractor Agreement
• Onsite in our amazing new office space