Broadcast Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate Master Control and Master control automation
• Production audio, edit, Drones, operate field camera equipment and report
• Direct/TD Newscasts
• Operate automated cameras, CG graphics and Premiere editing

Requirements

• Must have at least 2-4 years Broadcast Engineering experience with live news or talk shows
• Understanding of live newscast production
• Strong people skills, team player
• Good driving record
• Must be able to work various hours and shifts
• Must possess a valid state driver's license and have an excellent driving record
• Must be able to lift, run and carry heavy cable reels, television monitors, camera tripods and other equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to climb 10-15 foot ladders and work and operate (in the field) under pressure and control heavier than normal, full-sized television remote live van
• Must have the ability to: control heavier than normal, full sized television remote live van, which requires much greater braking distance than normal
• Must be able to lift, run, and carry heavy cable reels, television monitors, camera tripods and other equipment weighing up to 40 pounds for live shots
• Must be able to climb 10 to 15 foot ladders, set up shots on rooftops
• Must be able to bend, reach, and kneel to retrieve, place and store equipment in assigned places in ENG trucks
• Sight is very important for driving an ENG/ SNG van. Much driving is required, must have excellent depth perception
• Must be able to move swiftly at breaking news locations
• Must be able to work and operate under pressure in a fast paced news environment