Content Coordinator Contractor (FAST Channels / Podcast Video)
Swerve TV is a leading FAST channel operator focused on premium sports, combat, and creator-led content. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Freelance Content Operations Coordinator to support the launch and ongoing management of a new Podcast Channel. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys media workflows, digital operations, and working behind the scenes to help content go live smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage incoming media assets, including video files, images, and related material
- Prepare content for publishing by generating captions, organizing files, and ensuring assets meet required specifications
- Ingest and schedule content for linear channel using Frequency
- Use internal tools and workflows to upload and distribute content across multiple platforms
- Monitor processing, ingest, and delivery status to ensure titles go live correctly and on time
- Perform quality control checks on content, metadata, and visual assets
- Assemble finalized programming by preparing episodes for channel playout, including ad break placement and runtime adjustment
- Troubleshoot workflow issues and escalate technical problems when needed
- Help improve operational efficiency through organization, consistency, and process feedback
- Communicate progress, priorities, and blockers with the internal team
Required Skills
- Strong video editing skills (Premiere, Resolve, Final Cut, etc.)
- Experience delivering and scheduling content for TV/Podcasts platforms
- Basic technical confidence running scripts or command-line tools
- Reliable internet connection and ability to download/upload large files
- Attention to detail and organization
- Strong written communication and ability to work independently
Preferred Experience
- Familiarity with Frequency Studio
- Experience with Python scripts or automation tools
- Experience in streaming, FAST channels, OTT, or digital media operations
- Familiarity with subtitles/captions (.SRT)
- Understanding of ad breaks, programming clocks and linear scheduling