Broadcast Engineer

POSITION: Broadcast Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Broadcast Operations

REPORTS TO: Director of Broadcast and Production

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, Full-Time, Non-Union

Summary:

The ideal candidate is a highly technical individual that specializes in professional video and audio engineering, signal distribution, imaging technologies, production philosophies, and control room workflow. The position requires proficiency in fundamental technologies used in modern broadcast operations. Responsible for reception and distribution of audio and video services, including installation, operation and maintenance of equipment associated with the head-end and signal transmission network.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Conduct systems configuration of audio, video, and broadcast systems.
• Maintain, repair, and test all broadcast equipment and infrastructure throughout US Bank Stadium; including but not limited to fiber optic, SMPTE cable, triax, and other audio/video cabling, master control room servers, router, switcher, IPTV, and related equipment, RF systems, broadcast level cameras and peripherals, televisions, Communication devices, and other A/V equipment.
• Administer and troubleshoot any and all technical issues on-site. Should have a solutions-based mentality on problem-solving and a sense of urgency on resolving problems.
• Support the Director of Broadcast and production with all major Broadcast system projects.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Education and/or Experience

• A BA/BS degree in a field related to the position.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a broadcast, video production, or stadium/arena environment.
• Experience in live events, in-house production, and TV production.
• Additional experience may be substituted for education.
  
  

Skills

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to successfully plan, coordinate, and execute tactically and strategically.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required; ability to interact with all levels of staff including management.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Must have experience with basic networking concepts for configuration, installation, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient skills related to installing and terminating various types of cable.
• Full understanding of:
• IP and baseband routing
• Ross Video broadcast equipment
• EVS Replay System
• IPTV System
• Daktronics LED systems
• Ross LED Control Systems
• Broadcast cameras and peripherals
• RTS Communications
• Basic I.T Networking
• Analog and Digital Audio including Dante based routing
  

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work with limited supervision and as a team member
• Requires ability to work flexible and extended hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk extensively, occasionally required to kneel, climb to high walkways, or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires work inside and outside of the building and some exposure to adverse conditions.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.