Live Streaming Operator (Hybrid Events)

About the role

A Live Streaming Operator is needed in Dubai to run end-to-end live streams for hybrid events, combining on-site equipment and remote streaming to multiple platforms. The role covers streaming operations, hybrid event platforms, on-site AV and networking, and post-event deliverables.

Key responsibilities

• Design, configure and operate live streaming workflows, set up encoders and stream via RTMP, SRT and HLS using OBS, vMix, Wirecast or Restream
• Monitor stream health (bitrate, latency, packet loss) and stream to multiple platforms at once
• Set up hybrid event platforms, speaker sessions, breakout rooms and audience engagement tools, and integrate streaming with event apps and registration systems
• Manage Q&A, polling, chat moderation and virtual networking, and ensure remote speakers connect smoothly
• Install and configure cameras, switchers, encoders and recorders, and set up networking (routers, switches, IP, NDI)
• Manage audio routing, microphones and mixers, coordinate with AV, IT, production and creative teams, and run technical rehearsals and redundancy tests
• Stream to YouTube Live, Facebook Live, LinkedIn Live and other social platforms, optimise settings per platform and monitor engagement
• Run media servers (e.g. VMAX), configure playback systems, encode and transcode video for OTT and VOD
• Capture PGM, clean feed and ISO recordings, back them up to SSD/NAS, and hand over recorded content
• Review the run-of-show and technical rider, coordinate with the show caller and production manager, provide technical documentation and signal flow diagrams, and comply with local regulations

Required profile

• Experience managing hybrid platforms (virtual event systems)
• Hands-on experience with video switchers (ATEM or similar) and multi-camera live production
• Ability to troubleshoot audio and synchronisation issues

Required skills

• Live streaming protocols (RTMP, SRT, HLS)
• OBS, vMix, Wirecast, Restream
• NDI workflows and basic networking (IP addressing, VLANs, bandwidth management)
• VMAX and media playback systems such as Watchout or Arena