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Luis Larrea

Streaming Media & Production Operations Manager
Manassas,VA

Summary

Experienced Live Operations Manager with a successful history of overseeing live streaming and broadcast productions in sports, entertainment, and international events. Skilled in managing large teams, executing technical workflows, and ensuring reliable delivery across OTT, social, and linear broadcast platforms. Expertise in live event publishing, CDN optimization, signal routing, SRT/RTMP protocols, and real-time analytics. Proficient in industry tools like CMS, Grabyo, Conviva, vMix, OBS, AMPP, Adobe Creative Suite, and various CMS and video switching platforms.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Live Operations Manager

Uplynk
06.2018 - 06.2025
  • Managed thousands of live streaming events annually for major clients including ESPN, NFL, FIFA, and Formula 1, ensuring broadcast readiness and consistent SLA delivery.
  • Collaborated closely with programming and content operations teams to coordinate, publish, and monitor large-scale live sports broadcasts on the WatchESPN platform..
  • Led internal planning and operational execution for major sporting events including Wimbledon, Australian Open, NHL, MLB, NBA, and NCAA tournaments, highlighted by high-profile broadcasts such as NBA Finals simulcasts from ABC, reaching millions of viewers.
  • NFL – Uplynk departmental lead for Verizon’s 5G multi-camera live engagement initiative. Coordinated with on-site engineers and broadcast directors at FOX and NBC production trucks to manage SDI signal routing and validate in/out wall connectivity at major stadiums, including three Super Bowls.
  • Formula 1 Racing - Worked with Verizon Wireless teams to test 5G signal strength and video feed validation. Mapped points of interest and ensured connectivity readiness for live racing multicam feeds pre race.
  • FIFA - Managed live channel distribution to CMS, webcast, and social platforms using SRT/RTMP. Handled slicer configurations (audio/video PIDs), inserted slates/markers, and ensured platform stability during international press conferences.
  • Supervised and resourced a team of 120+ remote contractors, overseeing scheduling, onboarding, and payroll coordination in partnership with internal teams and staffing agencies.
  • Trained staff on Conviva monitoring tools for real-time viewer data, configured alerting systems, and trained teams to respond via ticketing for all stream-impacting issues.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.

Associate Manager, Live Operations

Verizon Media
06.2014 - 06.2018
  • Managed a team of creatives to create generic and custom slates for Verizon Fios TV broadcast.
  • Involved in the launch of Verizon’s Live Operations department, rising from Coordinator to Associate Manager.
  • Coordinated SEC Network launch with ESPN, managing first live broadcast tests and subsequent technical rollouts.
  • Supervised 80–100 contractors; conducted technical training, quarterly reviews, and managed all staffing logistics.
  • Led cross-office knowledge transfer by presenting live scheduling and OTT infrastructure enhancements in Los Angeles HQ.
  • Managed cross-functional projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with company objectives.

Creative Director

Telemundo Network (ProMedia)
03.2014 - 10.2018
  • Directed and produced Acceso, a weekly entertainment broadcast on Telemundo Network.
  • Handled camera ops, location audio, segment scripting.
  • Directed talent on set to maintain broadcast-level performance and segment continuity in dynamic shooting environments.
  • Edited and encoded weekly episodes in Adobe Media Encoder to meet CableLabs MPEG-2 compliance for cable broadcast.
  • Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.

Quality Control Analyst

Verizon Digital Media Services (Insight Global)
03.2012 - 10.2014
  • Accessed high level content (HBO, STARZ) and performed in depth analysis and reporting using Manzanita, Baton, Telestream, Final Cut to detect transcoded failures, black frames, and audio sync issues.
  • Ingested and delivered content via Aspera and CORE for Redbox Instant and Associated Press. Clipped, inspected and approved for distribution ready playback at frame-level integrity.
  • Tested OTT devices (VUDU) performance and feature releases.
  • Improved overall transcoded efficiency by identifying and resolving quality control issues.

Video Content Producer

Kesta Happening
01.2008 - 10.2014
  • Produced, shot, and edited over 100 live concert recap videos and promotional media for artists and event partners.
  • Directed on-camera talent and performers in fast-paced, live event environments, maintaining creative quality under tight deadlines.
  • Oversaw post-production tasks such as editing, color grading, and sound design to ensure a polished final product for immediate publishing across client platforms and social channels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media Production

The Art Institute of Washington
Washington DC
01-2008

Skills

Operational efficiency management

CDN optimization

Adobe Creative Suite

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Streaming data analysis skills

Operational performance tracking

CMS / SRT, RTMP, HLS, DASH, Syndication

TVU

LiveU

Media encoding expertise

Cloud Slicer management

Scheduling and payroll coordination

Conviva

Signal FX

Grass Valley

vMix

Grabyo

OBS

Camera Operator

Switch Operator

AWS S3

JIRA

Confluence

ServiceNow

Quality assurance

Fluent in Spanish

Certification

AWS Cloud Practitioner (in progress)

Timeline

AWS Cloud Practitioner (in progress)

05-2025

Google Analytics (in progress)

05-2025

Live Operations Manager

Uplynk
06.2018 - 06.2025

Associate Manager, Live Operations

Verizon Media
06.2014 - 06.2018

Creative Director

Telemundo Network (ProMedia)
03.2014 - 10.2018

Quality Control Analyst

Verizon Digital Media Services (Insight Global)
03.2012 - 10.2014

Video Content Producer

Kesta Happening
01.2008 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media Production

The Art Institute of Washington

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