Broadcast Engineer

About Us: 

Responsibilities:

• Provide broadcast support engineering during weekly AM, PM, and weekend shifts.
• Provide proactive strategic support in planning and configuring broadcast systems to align with evolving production requirements and technological advancements.
• Work with multiple engineering teams, IT, and production groups to resolve complex, high-priority technical issues in real-time
• Exercise independent judgment to troubleshoot and implement immediate solutions during live events.
• Assist in the design and setup of new systems or upgrades to existing systems, with an eye toward optimizing studio and control room workflows.
• Proactively identify potential system issues, develop mitigation strategies.
• Respond to broadcast operations incidents and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Ensure the continued function and stability of studio broadcast systems, including Dante, Ross (Carbonite, Ultrix), intercom systems (RTS, Clearcom), PTZ cameras, and camera robotics.
• Maintain change logs and records of all systems for accountability and future troubleshooting.
• Conduct weekly inspections of control rooms and studios to ensure equipment and systems are functioning optimally.
• Communicate critical or high-impact incidents to stakeholders, providing visibility and updates on resolution efforts.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure alignment between engineering objectives and production goals, recommending technology changes or operational improvements to senior stakeholders.
• Support ongoing broadcast operations and engineering (BAU) tasks, ensuring smooth and continuous broadcasts. 
• Execute project plans to implement or configure broadcast systems as needed and provide strategic support in building said plans.
• Provide end-of-shift updates and document updates/changes in the Engineering standup board. 
• Attend daily engineering stand ups to update the team on task progress and be briefed on new projects or priorities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors' Degree in Engineering, TV/Video Production, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in Broadcast Engineering, particularly in a live environment (TV, Live Streaming, or similar).
• Proficiency in Dante, Ross (Carbonite, Ultrix), intercom systems (RTS, Clearcom), PTZ cameras, and camera robotics.
• Experience with Windows Servers, Mac OS, and Yamaha Mixers.
• Strong knowledge of SMPTE television standards and video/audio/lighting technologies in a studio environment.
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems, Broadcast Audio/Video Systems, Control Systems, Video Servers, Storage Area Networks, RF Systems, Editing, and Post-Production Systems.
• Understanding of electronics and IT systems related to broadcast production.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to provide clear updates to stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of work and documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams, including engineering, production, technical operations, and network operations, to ensure seamless support and resolution of technical issues.
• Ability to work on-site from client studio in Midtown, Manhattan.
• Ability to work AM, PM, weekend shifts, and holidays based on broadcast needs.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions (indoor and outdoor) based on event needs.
• Must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodations.
• Ability to travel locally as needed, approximately 5-10%.