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Broadcast Engineer

Broadcast Engineer

CompanyNASCAR
LocationConcord, NC, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school and a minimum of six (6) years of broadcast engineering and transmissions experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficient on Company-provided hardware and software.
  • Proficient in both PC and MAC platforms.
  • Ability to read and comprehend drawings and schematics.
  • Knowledge of RTS Intercom systems, HD Video and audio routers, and knowledge of Grass Valley and other production switchers.
  • Basic understanding of how IT interacts with broadcast areas and the ability to work thru basic system issues.
  • Knowledge of broadcast equipment such as scopes, routers, camera systems, multi viewer monitor systems, EVS, etc.
  • Strong IT base as it relates to broadcast, NDI, Dante, and 2110 standards.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day engineering duties and maintenance of equipment for ‘At Home’ Productions.
  • Build and program ‘At Home’ shows in collaboration with Broadcast Engineers.
  • Configure and patch connections between microphones, amplifiers, fiber transmitters, telephone lines, and auxiliary power supplies to relay broadcast material to master control.
  • Test and troubleshoot equipment prior to broadcast.
  • Run and maintain control room, studios and other parts of the Broadcast facility.
  • Execute switcher programming, audio console programming, intercom programming, and other necessary live broadcast programming.
  • Maintain communication channels in case of problems or broadcast interruptions.
  • Provide technical support for the IT and other Engineering Departments.
  • Travel: <10%

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with satellite provider, television stations, and/or remote mobile unit company preferred.