Senior Broadcast Engineer

About Us:

Advanced Systems Group, LLC enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud, ASG ensures our clients’ success through tailored solutions. One of North America’s largest Media and Entertainment Technology and Operations suppliers, we provide engineering services, physical and cloud integration, training, support, and managed services. Our Managed Services deliver customized operations and services for all phases of media production, including creative and engineering. Founded in 1997, and providing nationwide services, ASG has teams based in Northern California, Los Angeles, the New York Tri-State Area, the Southeastern US, and the Rocky Mountain Region.

THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE. ALL APPLICANTS MUST RESIDE IN THE BAY AREA OF CA!

We are looking for:

The Sr. Broadcast Engineer acts as a link between the company and clients to ensure all of their needs are being met and that they’re satisfied with the work the company’s providing to them. The Sr. Broadcast Engineer works within an operational pod to provide support to the team. Reports directly to the Sr. Director of Managed Services and collaborates with the Resource Manager, the Finance Manager and the rest of the business pod team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with production and technical teams to conceptualize and design broadcast systems tailored to the unique requirements of each live event.
• Provide support to the Engineer In Charge of the Bayview Event Center, acting in that capacity when necessary.
• Assist with the integration of audio, video, and broadcast control systems.
• Set up, create, and operate broadcast equipment during events.
• Troubleshoot and craft unique solutions to technical issues in real-time to ensure uninterrupted broadcast quality.
• Create and conduct quality control processes to ensure the highest standard of audiovisual production for live broadcasts.
• Monitor, analyze, and deduce problems with RF, video, audio, cameras, digital switchers, routers, digital video servers, character generators, automation, post-production, and non-linear editing systems.
• Author, update, and interpret accurate engineering documentation.
• Oversee, analyze, and solve issues regarding video, cameras, digital switchers, routers, digital video servers, character generators, automation, and digital routing.
• Invent and perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance of all technical equipment in the event space.
• Imagine and design wired and wireless communication systems.
• Produce transcoding of digital files, and oversee post-production editing and file delivery.
• Interpret and troubleshoot network connectivity, power distribution, cable creation, and termination.
• Originate content capture, backup, archival, and delivery processes.
• Work events spanning multiple days and weeks.
• Manage effectively in a broadcast team environment, collaborating with talent, producers, and directors under stringent time constraints.
• Quickly learn and adapt to new tools and technologies relevant to broadcast engineering.
• Work collaboratively with talent, producers, and directors in a fast-paced team environment, adhering to strict deadlines.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proactively solve problems with a hands-on, adaptable mindset.
• Possess excellent organizational skills to handle multiple simultaneous projects and requests.
• Exhibit a high level of professionalism, maintaining composure under pressure while providing assistance as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all business matters.
• Excel in time management to meet project deadlines efficiently.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• 10+ years of comprehensive experience in broadcast engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of broadcast systems, audio/video signal flow, and equipment.
• Proficiency in broadcast control systems and relevant software applications.
• Basic computer networking skills and troubleshooting abilities.
• Familiarity with audio/video standards and troubleshooting procedures.
• Experience with HD/3G-SDI with embedded audio, AES/EBU, Dante, AES67, timecode, and various sync types.
• Experience working in large conference style events is a plus.
• Proficiency with computer formats such as HDMI, DVI, VGA, DisplayPort.
• Experience with digital routing switchers and control systems, preferably nVision, Miranda, Evertz.
• Familiarity with video switchers/mixers, preferably Snell Advanced Media, For-A, Ross.
• Knowledge of peripheral broadcast equipment including Distribution Amplifiers, Audio/Data dis/embedders, Frame Synchronizers, Converters/Scalers, Closed-caption encoders.
• Ability to set up and operate audio consoles, use terminal commands, Telnet, FTP, and perform cable termination including RJ-45, BNC, XLR.
• Understanding of power distribution best practices.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Slides) and MS Outlook (Mail, Calendar, Teams).
• Experience with fiber workflow and troubleshooting is a plus.
• Familiarity with Ventuz, Ross Xpression, Ultricore BCS, Acuity, and Telemetrics a plus.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation range for this position $140,00-$150,000.

ASG LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 401k, paid time off, and more. Applicants from the state of Washington may contact recruiting@asgllc.com to request a full disclosure of the benefits offerings.

Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.