BROADCAST ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION

FCC compliance logs, EAS equipment checks, and on-air transmission windows do not pause for unresolved faults. A Broadcast Engineer keeps every signal path between the control room and the transmitter in verified, documented condition - a standard that television stations and licensed network facilities hold to around the clock. The role owns the full technical floor: studio systems, master control infrastructure, field equipment, and the discrepancy records that regulators expect on demand. Getting this right requires equal fluency in RF transmission and IP networking, and the ability to stand as the sole technical decision-maker during a live broadcast emergency.

As the Broadcast Engineer, you maintain the on-air reliability of a television broadcast facility by managing transmission equipment, resolving technical faults under FCC compliance requirements, and supporting studio and field productions. You work within a broadcast engineering team that operates on a 24/7 coverage model, reporting to an Engineering Manager or Director of Broadcast Operations and coordinating directly with master control, production, and station leadership.

Career Impact: Hands-on ownership of FCC-regulated transmission infrastructure and master control systems builds a depth of technical authority that is directly recognized in hiring decisions for senior broadcast engineering and EIC roles.

Business Impact: When transmission equipment fails during a live newscast or emergency alert broadcast, the Broadcast Engineer's speed and judgment determine whether the station stays on air or goes dark for its market audience.

Growth Opportunity: The combination of IP networking, RF systems, and live production support practiced in this role accelerates progression toward Lead Broadcast Engineer, Engineer in Charge, or Broadcast Systems Architect positions.

• Maintain and repair studio, master control, and transmitter equipment to ensure continuous on-air signal delivery.
• Monitor transmission systems including central cast rack operations and report outages to engineering and station management.
• Operate, log, and test Emergency Alert System equipment in compliance with FCC requirements and station procedures.
• Troubleshoot signal path faults across SDI, RF, and IP infrastructure and implement corrective actions before or during live broadcasts.
• Enforce compliance with FCC regulations by maintaining accurate discrepancy logs, equipment incident reports, and station public file documentation.
• Execute preventive maintenance on broadcast hardware, field vehicles, and supporting facility systems including HVAC and electrical.
• Coordinate with cable, DBS, and Telco operators and third-party vendors to resolve transmission and distribution issues.
• Prepare and update technical documentation including signal flow diagrams, as-built records, and system anomaly reports.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, broadcast engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2 or more years of broadcast engineering experience in a television station, network, or licensed transmission facility.
• Working knowledge of FCC regulations governing broadcast operations, including EAS compliance and public file requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot across SDI, ASI, RF, and IP signal standards under live on-air conditions.
• Understanding of TCP and IP networking fundamentals including LAN, WAN, VLAN, subnetting, and OSI model principles.
• Experience performing break-fix maintenance on broadcast hardware including routers, production switchers, audio consoles, and transmission equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce technical documentation including signal flow diagrams and discrepancy reports.
• Availability for flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, holidays, and 24/7 on-call response for critical system failures.

• Experience with MPEG transport compression workflows including encode, decode, and multiplexing for broadcast distribution.
• Familiarity with high-power RF systems including VHF and UHF transmitters, SATCOM earth stations, and microwave links.
• Knowledge of broadcast automation systems used in master control and playout environments.
• Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) certification or active membership in a recognized broadcast engineering professional body.

• Mean time to fault resolution, measuring how quickly on-air transmission is restored after an outage.
• EAS test pass rate, reflecting accuracy and timeliness of Emergency Alert System compliance logs.
• Scheduled maintenance completion rate, tracking preventive tasks completed on time across all facility systems.
• Discrepancy log accuracy, measured by audit findings during FCC compliance reviews.
• Transmitter uptime percentage, reflecting sustained availability of licensed broadcast transmission equipment.
• Typical tools: Broadcast routing and signal monitoring platforms (commonly Evertz and Ross); audio consoles (commonly Yamaha).

• Base Salary Range: $55,000 to $85,000 per year depending on market size and experience.
• Bonus: Occasional merit-based or project completion bonuses.
• Equity: Not typically offered at this level in broadcast operations.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage standard across most station employers.
• PTO: 10 to 15 days per year, plus station-observed holidays.
• Common Perks: On-call stipend, company vehicle access for transmitter site visits, and shift differential pay.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Background checks, including criminal history review, are a standard condition of employment for positions with access to licensed broadcast infrastructure. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Broadcast Engineer owns the health of technical infrastructure in a broadcast studio, conducting tier 1 break/fix maintenance, managing SOPs, and serving as the facility SME for all event technology issues. Working closely with productions and key stakeholders, this role enables continuous on-air operations and maximum efficiency of audio video systems across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the health of technical infrastructure in a broadcast studio.
• Conduct tier 1 break/fix maintenance to production infrastructure and inventory in the facility.
• Manage client expectations on tech-related issues.
• Set up and monitor facility routing between event spaces and main Control Rooms.
• Design, test, evaluate and install new circuitry and equipment for use in the facility.
• Assist productions with routing their equipment to the studio's infrastructure.
• Oversee load-in of 3rd party productions to ensure electrical tie ins and rigging is within safe parameters.
• Oversee the commissioning of complex audio, video, lighting, and networking at a complex production facility.
• Ensure that production equipment is running the latest versions of software and firmware to enable new features.
• Serve as the SME for the facility on all event technology related issues.
• Create and drive SOPs to ensure maximum efficiency and utilization of audio video systems.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for all equipment and systems at the facility.
• Develop and apply remote access and workflows in the event of catastrophic closures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in a tech-related field.
• Experience in broadcast engineering roles, specifically focused on live broadcast or post production facilities.
• Experience setting and configuration of new technology, including documentation, training, system maintenance, patching and upgrades.
• Firm grasp of mixing audio for FOH, broadcast and record, and monitor applications.
• Highly skilled at broadcast routing and production switcher configurations, audio DSP configurations and tuning, and running production control stations on KVM.
• In-depth understanding of TCP and IP networking, including routing and troubleshooting production intercoms for a large facility.
• Experience with tier 1 break fix for AV routers, production switchers, audio consoles and stage boxes, lighting rigs, cinema and broadcast cameras, and chain hoist systems.
• Experience with Yamaha, Dante, L'Acoustic, QSC DSP, Riedel Artist and Bolero systems, LAWO, Avid, and Shure Wireless.
• Ability to read, understand, and write technical documentation, with AutoCAD or equivalent skills being beneficial.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting practices with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in an on-air environment with excellent time management skills.

Reporting to engineering leadership, the Broadcast Engineer delivers basic to intermediate technical support across broadcast operating systems, designing and installing systems such as broadcast routers, camera robotics, and production trucks. Partnering with vendors and internal engineering personnel, this role enables reliable on-site and remote production operations as Engineer in Charge.

Core Functions

• Provide basic to intermediate level technical support of broadcast related operating systems.
• Design, implement and install broadcast systems such as broadcast router, camera robotics system, production truck, and RTS system.
• Work with vendors or other engineering personnel to troubleshoot equipment issues, install system updates and version upgrades.
• Maintain and repair broadcast related hardware and software systems.
• Participate in a formal incident rapid response process for high priority incidents.
• Perform hands-on installation or fabrication of materials for new or modification projects.
• Read, write, and maintain system documentation.
• Monitor, test and measure critical systems.
• Support on-site and remote productions as an Engineer in Charge.
• Communicate major outages to other team members and department managers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Associate's degree in engineering or technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of experience as a maintenance or broadcast engineer.
• Strong knowledge of IP networking and cross-platform operating systems and applications.
• Broadcast equipment knowledge at the intermediate level including routing switchers, production switchers, studio cameras, newsroom systems, production automation, master control systems, digital asset management systems, encoders, decoders, and video servers.
• Knowledge and ability to apply terminations and connectors to various types of network cables such as coaxial, twisted pair, and optical fiber cables carrying SDI video, AES audio, RF and IP signals.
• Practical knowledge of electrical systems, generators, UPS, plumbing, HVAC and basic construction techniques.
• Understanding of broadcast standards and audio and video over IP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visio, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with strong customer service skills.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a company vehicle.

Embedded within FOX's broadcast and engineering teams, the Broadcast Engineer builds and maintains broadcast infrastructure while conducting lab and system tests to evolve architecture. Working closely with engineering, operations, and third-party vendors, this role advances long-term technical strategy and ensures reliable 24/7 on-air performance.

Primary Duties

• Follow standard operating procedures and documentation to support the operations team in a 24/7 environment.
• Build and maintain FOX's broadcast infrastructure.
• Conduct lab, performance and system tests and prototype efforts that can continually evolve FOX's architecture and infrastructure.
• Support evaluation of solutions portfolio against third party offerings.
• Support Media Operations in day-to-day operations and assist users with technical issues or concerns.
• Partner with engineering and standards and advanced technology teams to develop groundbreaking technology solutions for challenging business issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, operations teams, and third-party vendors to develop long term strategy, product development and implementation road maps.
• Maintain a communication link between broadcast engineering and other departments by partnering to resolve issues and communicating feedback to management.
• Analyze dashboards and constantly optimize system security and testing, minimizing bugs making it to final products.

Skills and Qualifications

• AWS Associate level cloud certification or equivalent level certification from any other major cloud provider.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in engineering, IT, computer science or related tech field.
• Hands-on experience working in a broadcast or television facility.
• Strong working understanding of the SMPTE 2110 suite of standards as well as specifications such as NMOS developed by AMWA.
• General understanding of popular compression techniques such as MPEG2 and 4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, and JPEG XS.
• Strong knowledge of asset management systems, file based workflows, media acquisition, transcoding and encoding, and NAS and SAN technologies.
• Knowledge of major broadcast systems and vendors in areas such as routing, storage, graphics, transcoding, playout, and master control.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and routing and switching, with familiarity with on-prem and cloud-based storage and compute infrastructure platforms.
• Good understanding of configuring and maintaining intercom solutions, preferably from Riedel.
• Ability to work various shifts as part of a 24/7 coverage team and translate business requirements into technical requirements.

Sitting at the intersection of broadcast technology and live sports production, the Broadcast Engineer services and maintains an active production facility, repairing and calibrating audio and video equipment across control rooms and athletic venues. Operating across both technical and operational functions, this role supports continuity of on-air transmission and mentors students and staff on best practices.

Duties

• Service and maintain an active production facility.
• Repair, calibrate and install audio and video broadcast and IT equipment including cameras, switchers, audio mixers, multi-viewers, intercom systems, monitors, graphic equipment, and server and playback equipment.
• Perform technical support for critical and on-air production systems, including backup and assistance for non-critical systems and IT and PC gear.
• Apply intermediate knowledge of technology design, installation, and integration projects with complex, leading-edge technology in a broadcast IP and IT centric environment.
• Document quality standards, system anomalies, operational procedures, reference materials, and project work.
• Lead and participate in equipment transport, set-up, operation, and breakdown.
• Serve as gameday point of contact for outside production trucks and manage setup of the official instant replay system in select facilities.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues with equipment and recommend necessary repairs.
• Train and mentor students and staff on standard operating procedures and best practices.

Education and Experience

• 2- or 4-year technical degree, preferably in electronics, computer engineering, communications, RTVF, or broadcast journalism, or equivalent experience.
• 2 or more years of experience in television, multimedia content, IT client service, or broadcast maintenance with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair broadcast and computer equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with television or multimedia production workflows.
• Demonstrated familiarity with basic server, networking topology and operating systems including Windows, MacOS, and Unix.
• Working knowledge of broadcast technology companies such as Sony, Ross, Evertz, and Yamaha.
• Ability to work outside regular work hours including evenings and weekends, and willingness to be on call for critical technical systems.

A key member of the station engineering team, the Broadcast Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining all critical broadcast equipment at the TV Station as well as at transmitter locations, and plays a critical role in supporting each department in their day-to-day operations. Collaborating across the General Manager, corporate leadership, and the Operations Manager, this role enables uninterrupted live transmission and regulatory compliance across the facility.

Accountabilities

• Manage all engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support, post editing systems, field production support and transmission of live and taped events and programs.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks including repairs, equipment replacement, and supplies.
• Document and execute necessary corrective actions.
• Ensure all transmission equipment is operating correctly before and during live event telecasts, and correct and document technical problems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and maintain discrepancy logs and equipment incident reports.
• Assist Operations Manager in overseeing and implementing engineering projects.
• Work closely with General Manager and corporate leadership to implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station.
• Maintain station vehicles including live microwave and satellite vehicles.
• Ensure expert knowledge regarding equipment, technology, and systems to step in and assist in emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience working with MPEG transport compression including decode, encode, and multiplexing.
• At least 2 years of experience working with high power radio frequency systems including SATCOM, earth stations, and VHF and UHF transmitters.
• At least 2 years of experience dealing with broadcast signal standards including SDI, ASI, TCP and IP, L-Band, and analog and digital audio.
• Working knowledge of the latest operating systems software including server and desktop operating systems, networking routing, and IP addressing.
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings using Microsoft Visio.
• Basic networking structure knowledge covering TCP and IP, LAN, WAN, VLAN, subnetting, and OSI.
• Must have a clean driving record, valid driver's license, and ability to lift 50 lbs and climb ladders.
• Availability for flexible work hours, holidays, and 24/7 on-call responsibility.

Reliable on-air output depends on the Broadcast Engineer, who provides first-line broadcast and production engineering support across master control, live productions, studio control, edit suites, VOD, and streaming. Based within a 24/7 broadcast facility, this role serves engineers, affiliates, and department managers by maintaining, repairing, and documenting all broadcast equipment and systems.

Job Functions

• Provide first line broadcast and production engineering support for master control, live productions, studio control, edit suites, VOD, and streaming.
• Repair, replace, configure, and upgrade hardware and software related to broadcast and production operations.
• Execute signal and source routing and patching throughout the broadcast facility.
• Maintain, diagnose, and repair issues related to broadcast equipment and systems.
• Assist in preventative and routine maintenance of broadcast equipment, technical systems, HVAC, electrical, fire, security, and elevator.
• Contribute to project designs and build-outs.
• Prepare and update as-built and signal flow and facility documentation.
• Communicate constructively with fellow engineers to ensure tasking is successfully completed.
• Work with affiliates to troubleshoot and correct IRD devices.

Background and Experience

• High school diploma required, with a college degree or technology certification preferred.
• 2-4 years of television broadcast experience, specialized electronics training, or equivalent certification or degree in electronics or broadcasting.
• Expertise in the principles, terminology, tools, and equipment utilized in television production and broadcast engineering.
• Solid understanding of IT systems and principles, primarily network security, storage management and policy, database management, and user account administration.
• Solid working knowledge of automation systems related to network broadcast operations.
• Working knowledge of satellite uplink and downlink, transmission, and conditional access systems.
• Knowledge of live production hardware and software including large format routers, switchers, audio consoles, EVS, Chyron, EFP and studio cameras, and lighting systems.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays with flexibility to alter shifts to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.
• Ability to troubleshoot, make rapid decisions, and execute resolutions quickly in dynamic situations.

As the Broadcast Engineer, this role is responsible for the day-to-day technical operations and administration of a station, monitoring and controlling the operability of the central cast rack and transmitter operations. The broadcast engineering team relies on this work to maintain FCC compliance, coordinate with cable and Telco operators, and ensure continuous studio, transmitter, and distribution delivery performance.

What You'll Do

• Monitor, control and report on the operability of the station's central cast rack and transmitter operations.
• Work with the team in daily operation of studio, transmitter, and distribution delivery.
• Troubleshoot television transmitter and facility issues.
• Maintain systems responsible for supporting the on-air operation such as HVAC, networking, electrical, and mechanical.
• Partner with legal and corporate in the maintenance of the station public file in accordance with FCC requirements.
• Operate, log and maintain EAS tests and equipment.
• Proactively engage with necessary third parties to resolve technical issues in an expedited manner.
• Carry out troubleshooting as needed or escalate to engineering support for further diagnosis.
• Liaise with all cable, DBS, and Telco operators within market.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronic engineering or a related field preferred.
• Three years of experience in broadcast engineering preferred.
• Strong proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Comfort and willingness to learn, implement, and operate new technology related to broadcasting and content delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to travel to transmitter sites and throughout the region on an as-needed basis.

Broadcast Engineer shapes the technical reliability of studio operations by rigging, operating, and maintaining cameras, vision switchers, augmented reality systems, and routers across studios, MCR, CAR, and associated technical areas. The work directly supports live transmission continuity, supplier engagement, and compliance with safety regulations across the broadcast environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Rig, operate, monitor and maintain equipment including cameras and vision, augmented reality, studio monitoring, vision switchers, routers, and modular products in studios, MCR, CAR and associated technical areas.
• Work on technical installation projects, configure and route sound and vision feeds using BNCS control system.
• Operate and interrogate a broad range of systems and retrieve logs for analysis.
• Ensure that technical faults are identified and logged, then resolved, and implement alternative technical solutions as required.
• Engage with suppliers for service agreements, repairs, and to order spares.
• Respond to all stakeholders in a positive, friendly, and proactive manner.
• Comply with safety regulations and ensure electronic equipment is aligned to defined standards with appropriate records maintained.

Technical Qualifications

• Broadcast engineering training and qualifications required.
• Experience in a customer facing role with excellent service and communication skills.
• Good understanding of end-to-end production processes and the live transmission chain in a broadcast environment.
• Experience of vision, sound, routing and communication systems for TV studio environments, with excellent troubleshooting and diagnostics skills.
• Ability to make critical assessment of television pictures and waveforms.
• Good knowledge of computer systems, IT and TCP and IP networking infrastructure.
• Experience with Sony vision switchers, Sony 2400 cameras, BNCS, GV vision switchers, Axon and GV and Evertz Glue, Evertz multiviewers, and NCAM AR tracking system preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in UHD and IP broadcast systems preferable.
• Good documentation writing skills with ability to learn and keep up with technical changes within the industry.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively as part of a team.

The Broadcast Engineer reports to the Manager of Broadcast Engineering and, with limited supervision, leads the design, implementation, operation, and support of critical broadcast and post production systems spanning television studios, production control rooms, audio control rooms, and news production environments. Partnering with vendors, internal staff, and production teams, this role ensures the highest availability and integrity of university broadcast systems while maintaining full compliance with operational standards.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and emerging technologies and investigate strategies for broadcast and production systems deployment and integration.
• Anticipate impact of growth and changes in operations, and recommend design and process changes.
• Write requirement documents for evaluation of new hardware and software, and coordinate vendor product demonstrations and evaluations.
• Lead in the maintenance and integrity of university broadcast and production systems, including patching, backups, restorations, configuration, updating, and documentation.
• Lead troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and corrective actions to ensure highest availability and overall integrity of broadcast and production systems.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd tier support by consulting with operations and users to diagnose and resolve problems in a timely fashion.
• Execute data backup and recovery routines on a specified schedule or as requested.
• Manage projects ensuring timelines and deliverables are met and meet expectations.
• Develop relationships with vendors and partner with internal and external staff to develop requirements for new services and applications.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor's degree in broadcast engineering, communications engineering, or electrical engineering required, with a master's degree preferred.
• 5 years of broadcast engineering experience within a broadcast and post production environment, with 7 or more years preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of broadcast system enterprise architecture, current broadcast video standards including 3G and HD-SDI, and broadcast audio standards including Dolby digital, THX, and embedded SDI.
• Advanced knowledge of network technologies to enable analyzing broadcast IT and audio video system problems under pressure.
• Excellent knowledge of Evertz routers, EVS, ENPS, EMC Isilon, Grass Valley Ignite, Chyron graphics systems, Windows server technology, DHCP, Active Directory, and DNS.
• Experience working within an educational environment preferred, with knowledge of Middle East culture and customs being an asset.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Fluency in English required, with a second language being a plus.

Reporting to broadcast and campus leadership, the Broadcast Engineer interacts with, mentors, trains, and supervises volunteer and student production personnel in studio and field production environments, regularly serving as acting truck manager and EIC. Partnering with multiple university departments and divisions, this role enables high-quality execution of broadcasts, productions, and specialized remote installations.

Scope of Work

• Interact with, mentor, train, and supervise volunteer and student production personnel in studio and field production environments.
• Regularly serve as acting truck manager and EIC for field and studio productions.
• Assist with daily management and operation of broadcast mobile units, studios, and production control rooms.
• Assist in development and procurement of mobile unit systems and other technical hardware.
• Diagnose and resolve complex system problems quickly, often during production.
• Set up specialized equipment in various remote and on-campus temporary and permanent installations, and ensure operations meet objectives and timelines.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions to provide appropriate technical support for planning and execution of broadcasts and productions.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure broadcast systems operation.
• Keep informed of industry trends and best practices.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience of 5 years in the broadcasting industry.
• Knowledge of digital and HD video and audio related television technology for studio and remote production, nonlinear video editing, and transmission systems.
• Solid knowledge base and practical skills in networking, storage, systems administration, and enterprise level IT systems testing and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of related industry specifications and standards including IEEE, ANSI, fiber, bridging, switching, routing, Ethernet, TCP and IP, and the OSI model.
• Excellent computer skills and experience with various job-related software programs, with drafting and CAD experience desirable.
• Experience with electrical systems and an understanding of electricity and associated materials and tools, with RF engineering knowledge being a plus.
• Engineering certifications or membership in SBE, SMPE, or AES desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours including frequent nights and weekends, and exhibit strong leadership, relational, and organizational skills.

The Broadcast Engineer will be responsible for the integrity of all media servers and technical systems including non-linear editing, routing, distribution, transport, broadcast LAN, video production switchers, digital signage, scoreboard and video matrix, and IPTV systems. Working closely with the Broadcast Supervisor and Technician II staff on the LA Live Campus, this role delivers uninterrupted broadcast, presentation, and digital signage operations through maintenance, repair, and technical training.

Engineering Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex electronic, computer based, optical, and mechanical broadcasting systems.
• Monitor status of all equipment related to broadcast, presentation, and digital signage systems on the LA Live Campus and resolve any technical problems that occur.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on electronic equipment related to broadcast, presentation, and digital signage systems, and keep records of completed maintenance.
• Prepare and maintain various technical records and engineering logs pertaining to broadcast equipment performance and discrepancies.
• Inventory and manage spare parts stock, and coordinate and manage parts repair process with equipment manufacturers.
• Set up and operate various broadcasting equipment such as recording, video, and editing equipment, and provide operational assistance to others as needed.
• Provide mentoring and practical technical training to Technician II Broadcast staff.
• Maintain technical knowledge of arena's scoreboard and clock systems.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4 to 6 years of related work experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows and Macintosh based computer operating systems.
• Advanced knowledge of theory of operation of broadcast, presentation, and digital signage systems, and advanced practical and theoretical knowledge of fiber optic transmission systems as they relate to the broadcast industry.
• Advanced electronic troubleshooting skills and advanced soldering skills to apply safe practices when extracting and replacing components on printed circuit boards.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, repair, and termination of single mode fiber and broadcast audio and video cabling.
• General knowledge of computer networking.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and walk or stand for the duration of an 8-hour shift.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet broadcast deadlines and must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Sitting at the intersection of broadcast AV and corporate IT, the Broadcast Engineer helps define specifications, integrates technology changes, and takes ownership of system stability across the broadcast environment to meet customer requirements. Operating across internal stakeholder groups and external vendors, this role enables continual adaptation of design and workflows to meet evolving business and technical needs.

Operational Focus

• Help define specification, integrate, and transition technology changes onto broadcast platforms including broadcast AV, broadcast IT, and corporate IT to meet customer requirements.
• Take responsibility for system stability across the broadcast environment and ensure design and workflows are continually adapted to meet changing business needs.
• Provide technical advice to stakeholders on the ongoing supportability of equipment and technology refresh requirements for equipment beyond economic repair or end of life.
• Work with internal and external groups on long-term, in-depth root cause analysis of equipment faults and failures.
• Take ownership of tickets and ensure they are responded to in a timely manner and followed up to resolution.
• Use handovers between engineers to ensure the best fault resolution continuity for the business.
• Work with your manager to continually explore the most effective and efficient way of maintaining and managing all technical systems.

Technical Qualifications

• Good understanding of broadcast and IT technical principles including broadcast audio and video domain as well as corporate IT basics covering Windows, network, Wi-Fi, and end user support.
• Strong level of knowledge of broadcast production and corporate IT systems to provide technical workflow expertise and advice for strategic business and technical requirements.
• A good understanding of networking including fibre infrastructure and storage systems.
• Experience and understanding of file formats and file-based workflows.
• Experience with cloud based technologies including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, virtual computing via VMware, and streaming technologies including HLS, NDI, and RTMP.
• The ability to build, maintain, and develop internal stakeholder and external vendor relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and self-motivated approach with a passion for following tasks through to completion.

A key member of the mobile production team, the Broadcast Engineer operates and maintains a mobile production unit in support of sports and event broadcasts, conducting site surveys and coordinating broadcast and live stream transmission systems. Collaborating across clients, vendors, and venues, this role enables reliable field production delivery from equipment setup through live event transmission.

Work Activities

• Operate and maintain a mobile production unit in support of sports and event broadcasts.
• Maintain, repair, and upgrade mobile units and equipment at Phoenix area headquarters.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair or replace equipment in the field.
• Transport mobile units to and from events and supervise load-in, set, and strike of broadcast equipment at a range of venues.
• Serve as primary technical contact for clients, vendors, and venues.
• Conduct site surveys to assess technical requirements for each broadcast.
• Coordinate with broadcast partners to configure, test, monitor, and support broadcast and live stream transmission systems.
• Maintain an inventory of expendables and provide support and assistance to production crews.

Requirements

• Experience in the world of broadcast video, especially live sports.
• Thorough understanding of audio, video, and network signal flows in a broadcast environment, and thorough understanding of streaming encoders.
• Working knowledge of Newtek devices including the Tricaster and 3Play, BlackMagic Design video routers, NDI video, and basic network theory.
• Working knowledge of various IP encoders, LiveU, fiber transmission methods, and satellite uplinks.
• Working knowledge of sports scoreboard and stats systems, with experience in Sportzcast Scorebot, Daktronics All Sport CG, and Graphics Outfitters' products being a plus.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a USDOT medical certificate and be a safe driver able to operate a box truck, pickup truck, and trailer up to 24 feet in length.
• Must know or be willing to learn regulations related to commercial driving including rest, break, and logging requirements, with familiarity with the KeepTruckin platform being a plus.
• Ability to work long shifts, lift and move heavy broadcast equipment, walk or stand for extended periods, and safely use ladders and other common equipment.

Broadcast Engineer leads the setup, calibration, operation, and maintenance of television broadcast equipment to produce and reproduce the DTV color television signal in compliance with FCC rules and regulations. The public broadcasting team relies on this work to support studio and remote productions, manage emergency announcements, and maintain accurate operational logs and security during after-hours station operation.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform set-up, calibration, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of television broadcast equipment to produce, switch, receive, record, edit, and reproduce the DTV color television signal in compliance with FCC rules and regulations.
• Maintain accurate logs and records, and prepare discrepancy, test, and security reports as stipulated by FCC regulations.
• Conduct functional and operational tests of uplink and air control television broadcasting equipment, and evaluate quality and performance of video and audio reception, production, and transmission.
• Provide operational support for studio and remote site television productions, post-production, duplication services, state microwave networking transmissions, cable services, and institutional distribution of program materials.
• Broadcast emergency public service announcements including information regarding dangerous weather or community-related emergencies as necessary.
• Provide functional supervision and training for student employee broadcast engineers.
• Maintain currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Previous experience as a broadcast engineer with background in master control and robo cameras.
• Ability to test and evaluate audio and visual signal quality at the point of production, transmission, and reception.
• Skill in the setup and operation of state-of-the-art commercial audio and video broadcasting equipment.
• Experience with live productions and live sporting events, with mobile truck engineer live event experience being a plus.
• Knowledge of building security policies and procedures.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule on a regular basis.

Reporting to the Head of Broadcast Technology and guided by the Lead Broadcast Engineer, the Junior Broadcast Engineer is responsible for the support, maintenance, development, and technical capabilities of all Wireless national broadcast systems and networks. Partnering with outside companies and internal departments, this role enables prompt fault resolution, outside broadcast delivery, and continuous improvement of transmission chains and audio processing.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Provide customer-focused support for broadcast technology users and maintain and solve problems with hardware and software in studios and rack rooms.
• Configure equipment to meet changing operational needs.
• Plan, research, and provide risk assessment for outside broadcasts and special events, and provide engineering support for outside broadcasts.
• Test and fix equipment and perform audio quality and line tests with external contributors.
• Book, configure, and test satellite feeds for sporting and news events.
• Work with outside companies and internal departments to promptly resolve faults.
• Understand transmission chains and audio processing for broadcast.
• Participate in an on-call rota to respond to urgent technical issues and work a shift pattern including early, late, and weekend working.

Qualifications and Experience

• Some knowledge and experience of broadcast media technologies.
• An understanding of professional analogue and digital studios and broadcast audio playout systems.
• An understanding of computer networking.
• A positive attitude with exceptional client-facing interpersonal skills and good written, oral, and face-to-face communication skills.
• Passion for developing skills, knowledge, and capabilities while delivering exceptional customer service.
• The ability to function in a self-directed environmen. 

Broadcast Engineer produces engineered broadcast solutions by working directly with design consultants, attending project kick-off meetings, presenting plans to customers, and providing ongoing post-project support. The work directly supports customer satisfaction and ensures that hardware and software architectures, including MAM platforms and high-performance data storage systems, meet client expectations from design through delivery.

Delivery Expectations

• Work directly with design consultant to develop, engineer, and implement broadcast solutions to meet customer needs and expectations.
• Attend internal project kick off and follow-up meetings to support projects.
• Present engineered project plans to customers and attend site visits with sales team to consult with customers.
• Provide ongoing support during and after projects.
• Ensure solutions are meeting customer needs.

Experience and Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred but not required.
• At least 5 years of experience in broadcast engineering, including authoring design documentation for broadcast technical architectures.
• Experience with various hardware and software architectures including high performance data storage covering SAN and NAS, video and media data management, and media asset management platforms such as CatDV, IPV, Primestream, Dalet, Reach Engine, Edit Share, and Iconik.
• Experience in broadcast engineering sales preferred but not required.
• Eager to learn with a strong aptitude for tackling any situation.

The Broadcast Engineer creates a reliable, high-quality, error-free transmission service by ensuring all technical systems are maintained and available for playout, monitoring video, audio, subtitles, and interactive services. The transmission team relies on this work to perform emergency switching, investigate fault conditions, and maintain compliance with technical standards across the GV Morpheus automation environment.

Key Deliverables

• Ensure that all technical systems are maintained and available for transmission and deliver a high quality, error free transmission service for all transmission operations.
• Monitor playout including video, audio, subtitles, audio description, and interactive services.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of GV Morpheus automation control and systems including ICE Boxes, video routers, transmission path schematics, and networks and IT systems.
• Perform emergency switching for transmission when required and assume role of technical lead and principal investigator during fault conditions.
• Replace equipment and systems or make temporary system changes to bypass failed or faulty equipment.
• Ensure appropriate technical standards are maintained and report any deviations from these standards.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in a technical related subject or equivalent experience in this field.
• Experience in Morpheus or other equivalent broadcast automation system.
• Knowledge in broadcast engineering and broadcast technology.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and ensure deadlines are met.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with different levels and audiences.

Reporting to the contribution engineering team, the Junior Broadcast Engineer works alongside colleagues to deliver key projects, take ownership of deliverables, test new technologies, and improve existing workflows by escalating problems to vendors as appropriate. The contribution engineering team relies on this work to advance IP networking, media transport, and cloud deployment capabilities across DVB, MPEG-TS, RTP, UDP, AWS, and GCP environments.

Project Responsibilities

• Work alongside the contribution engineering team to deliver key projects.
• Take ownership of project deliverables as requested by other team members.
• Collaborate with the wider team to improve existing workflows.
• Solve problems, escalating to vendors as appropriate.
• Test and evaluate new technologies.

Background and Experience

• Should have, or be studying towards, a technical degree with a background or interest in the broadcast and media industry.
• An understanding of broadcast video formats and media transport including DVB and MPEG-TS.
• An understanding of IP networking including RTP, UDP, and multicast.
• An understanding of deploying systems in AWS and GCP.
• Must be proactive and self-motivated with good organizational skills and a passion for technology.