Dheeraj Kumar
Broadcast, Playout
New Delhi,DL
Summary
Experienced Playout Operations Specialist with 14+ years of expertise in managing broadcast operations. Proven track record in ensuring smooth workflows, delivering high-quality content, and meeting deadlines. Skilled in broadcast technologies and automation systems. Proven problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a track record of optimizing operational efficiency. Seeking new opportunities to contribute to a dynamic TV/OTT organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Playout Operator
Amagi
10.2025 - Current
- Manage end-to-end playout operations using Amagi CLOUDPORT/Amagi LIVE for multiple broadcast channels.
- Handle content metadata verification, technical QC, and media readiness checks.
- Validated and executed playlists, resolved scheduling conflicts, and ensured frame-accurate playout.
- Monitored channel health, automation alerts, graphics triggers, SCTE markers, ad-break execution, and redundancy failover.
- Coordinate live events with production teams, ensuring seamless switching and latency management.
- Troubleshot playout issues in real time, involving VOD slippage, asset mismatches, black frames, and audio/video errors.
- Collaborated with engineering, scheduling, and support teams to ensure zero-downtime operations and SLA compliance.
Team Lead
Dish TV India
Greater Noida
04.2018 - 09.2025
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
- Developed and implemented live streaming protocols to ensure quality of video broadcasts.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify technical requirements for each project.
- Monitored audio and visual components during live streams to guarantee flawless execution.
- Managed digital media assets across various channels, ensuring their safe storage.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations regarding live channel streaming standards.
- Troubleshoot any issues that arose during the course of a broadcast stream.
- Coordinated with external partners on joint initiatives related to channels.
- Utilized Vertigo Xstudio for dynamic bands for multiple channels.
Playout Specialist
Dish TV India
03.2018 - 03.2023
- As a playout specialist at Dish TV India Limited, I am responsible for managing the playout operations of multiple channels on the platform. This role required me to ensure the seamless transmission and delivery of high-quality content to our subscribers.
- Managed technical issues and troubleshooting.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for channel launch.
- Trained new team members on playout processes.
- Utilized Vertigo Xstudio for dynamic bands for multiple channels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Playout Executive
Videocon D2h
04.2016 - 03.2018
- As a broadcast officer, I effectively managed playout operations for multiple (more than 25) in-house channels in various languages. Utilized Pebble Beach and Harris automation systems to ensure seamless content scheduling and broadcasting. Successfully handled email communication, and playlist conversion, and efficiently organized metadata using the LTO tape system.
- Effectively managed 20 in house Radio services in various languages, Utilized enco dad radio automation to ensure seamless content scheduling and broadcasting
- Monitored audio and visual components during live streams to guarantee flawless execution.
- Managed digital media assets across various channels, ensuring their safe storage.
- Troubleshoot any issues that arose during the course of a broadcast stream.
Playout Officer
Videocon D2h
04.2011 - 03.2016
- As a broadcast officer, I effectively managed playout operations for multiple (more than 25) in-house channels in various languages. Utilized Pebble Beach and Harris automation systems to ensure seamless content scheduling and broadcasting. Successfully handled email communication, and playlist conversion, and efficiently organized metadata using the LTO tape system.
- Effectively managed 20 in house Radio services in various languages, utilized Enco dad radio automation to ensure seamless content scheduling and broadcasting
Office Assistant
Videocon D2h
07.2008 - 03.2011
- Coordinated office activities to streamline operations and promote compliance with organizational policies.
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
Education
Bachelor Preparatory Programme -
Himalayan University - Distance Education Programs
B.Com - undefined
Himalayan University - Distance Education Programs
Skills
Interests
Weight Training, Long walk, Cooking
Software
Python
Data Science
Timeline
Playout Operator
Amagi
10.2025 - Current
Team Lead
Dish TV India
04.2018 - 09.2025
Playout Specialist
Dish TV India
03.2018 - 03.2023
Playout Executive
Videocon D2h
04.2016 - 03.2018
Playout Officer
Videocon D2h
04.2011 - 03.2016
Office Assistant
Videocon D2h
07.2008 - 03.2011
B.Com - undefined
Himalayan University - Distance Education Programs
Bachelor Preparatory Programme -
Himalayan University - Distance Education Programs
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteLanguages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Affiliations
- I don’t have personal beliefs, memberships, or external influences.
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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