Position |
Chief
Engineer
TV Broadcast Engineering |
Locations |
New York, NY | Brooklyn , NY |
Compensation |
to $100,000 as a base with exceptional
benefits, savings and retirement plans in a highly desired work environment. |
Position
Information |
Summary
A highly respected, stable and lifelong
secure non-profit broadcaster and media conglomerate is seeking a talented
broadcasting executive who is seeking a real home. This broadcast
engineering job is for a Chief or Senior Broadcast Engineer who desires
long-term stability and career security in an intimate, ideal work environment
with a noted history employee happiness.
Located in Brooklyn New York, this respected
Broadcast Network is migrating to advanced technologies as they integrate
their TV, MSO, OTT, On Line, Print and Social Media properties. This
Broadcast Engineering professional will lead, mentor and spearhead projects
in a hands-on manner, working with kind, dedicated and caring broadcast
professionals who also enjoy career stability and security in a highly
desired work environment.
This Chief Engineer will be responsible
for providing outstanding client and customer service to multiple broadcast
studios, master control, transmission, post-production, creative content
creation and edit facilities.
This person should truly enjoy technology
and have the ability to bring new technologies to fruition and improve
workflow. This position reports to a seasoned TV Network executive
who has a reputation of being a “great boss”.
Responsibilities
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In a hands-on manner participate in day-to-day
execution of preventive maintenance, facility personnel assignment, equipment
calibration and technical support
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Provide high-level customer support and service
to News, Digital, Production and Master Control departments.
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Resolve issues through careful analysis and
trouble shooting, fabricating, cabling and wiring new installations with
proper labeling and or documentation as directed by the Director of Engineering.
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Participate in developing project priorities,
resource requirements, project scope and objectives.
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Assess issues / needs and provide enhancements
to existing systems. Analyze systems and or workflow to identify
issues, improvements and solutions.
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Maintain a high level of broadcast industry
technical and business knowledge to keep the broadcast infrastructure up
to industry standards.
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Work closely with broadcast operations to
keep them informed trough documentation of changes to the production environment.
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Maintain, track and report all project status
and metrics
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Manage a small talented staff of engineering
and technology professionals who also have staff reporting into them.
This is a hands-on job for someone who enjoys being a real catalyst in
broadcast operations, production and post.
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Requirements |
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Engineering or related degree
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A minimum of (7) seven years of experience
providing:
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Studio
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Master Control
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Non-Linear Editing
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Server and Transmission Technical Support
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AutoCAD or Visio drawing and document skills
preferred
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Full cabling, wiring, equipment configuration,
installation, systems integration and project management experience desired
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A history of providing quality support to
editors and production
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A working knowledge of networking technologies,
topographies and troubleshooting used in broadcasting, highly desired
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In depth knowledge of ADC 100, ROSS Overdrive,
studio camera setup, MPEG compression, satellite communication required
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Valid driver's license and the ability to
lift 50 pounds and climb a ladder
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Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends
as required
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Contact |
Tony Filson
Officer in Charge of Search
Filcro Media Staffing
295 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10017
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The broadcast TV Networks and media
technology companies we represent are equal opportunity employers. We recruit
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that employ, train, compensate and promote TV Engineering Executives regardless
of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation,
disability, or veteran status and we comply with all federal and state
laws. Filcro Media Staffing recruits TV Chief Engineers for jobs in accordance
with all State, Federal and FCC rules and regulations. Senior broadcast
chief engineers and broadcasting technology executives seeking jobs are
encouraged to forward their resumes for immediate consideration.
A representative will contact chief engineering candidates of interest
to arrange interviews. Thank you. |
Position |
Jobs
for TV Chief Broadcast Engineers |
Locations |
New York Metropolitan Area |
Compensation |
Base Salary based on related broadcast
engineering experience. Comprehensive benefits and retirement in a productive,
healthy and cutting edge work environment. |
Position
Information |
Job
Summary
The Chief Broadcast Engineer will be responsible
for daily “hands on” support of the technical infrastructure and team for
24/7/365 live TV News and production facility. This highly technical staff
position requires an experienced individual with multi-channel master control,
live studio production, editing and digital workflow skills. Ability to
communicate under complex and stressful conditions to all levels is key
to the success. In-depth knowledge of TV broadcast automation systems,
ENPS newsroom rundown systems as well as core distribution technologies
is required.
Responsibilities
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Manage, schedule, train, mentor, team of 10+
broadcast engineers/technicians
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Monitor, supervise, and improve the daily
production control processes within the Broadcast Operations Unit with
a focus on Technical Systems, Master Control, and Live Events
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In-depth knowledge of satellite, OTA, fiber,
and IP transmission systems
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Generate engineering schematics, design documentation,
and SOP’s for all technical systems
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Consults with Engineering and Senior level
management to conceptualize new systems and integrate new technologies/systems
into existing operation
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Maintain monthly broadcast calendar, schedules,
weekly call sheets, and daily exceptions (sick call etc.), including vacation
scheduling, special events, cross-coverage and cross training
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Recruit, hire and train new employees, manage
and develop operations and production staff
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Solid understanding of IP networking and advanced
computer skills (Windows, Mac)
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Facilitate communication between the technical
team, news desk and production staff
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Understanding of IPTV, MATV, and OTT a plus
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Organized project management and communication
skills
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Frequently liaison with key executives for
diverse and important broadcast technology issues.
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Requirements |
Essential Job Skills
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Strong troubleshooting, working and technical
understanding of digital broadcast technology, digital signal types, media
formats and compression, sync, time code and signal flow.
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Operational as well as technical knowledge
of production control technology including Ross Carbonite switchers, Yamaha
digital audio consoles, Imagine Communications Farad SAN / Nexio video
servers, studio equipment, Evertz EQX Router, RTS, Crispin automation,
etc. required.
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Experience with ENPS or other NRCS systems
highly desirable.
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Advanced knowledge of MPEG encoding technology
and head-end/NOC distribution required.
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Familiarity with traditional terrestrial and
satellite broadcast technology is helpful.
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Demonstrated experience installing, configuring,
and maintaining broadcast automation systems.
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Advanced knowledge of serial, GPIO, and IP
control methodologies.
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In-depth understanding supporting LAN/WAN
infrastructure, routing, switching, VLANs, etc
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Ability to analyze and interpret various system
logs to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical broadcast issues.
Prior programming experience a plus
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Ability to create, read and follow blueprints
and system schematics as well as frequently produce workflow documents,
signal flow schematics and Standard Operating Procedures.
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At least 2 years of extensive experience with
MS Visio and/or AutoCAD required.
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Ability to manage people and effectively delegate
tasks.
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Multi-tasking and on-the-fly prioritization
skills are essential. Must frequently complete time-critical assigned tasks
under stressful situations with minimal or no supervision.
Required Experience for this Chief Engineering
Job
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Hands on TV Chief and or Senior TV Broadcast
Engineering experience. This is not a desk job, this is for someone who
enjoys real involvement. TV Engineering Project Management (PM) experience
greatly respected.
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Managing direct reports of skilled TV Engineers
& Transmission Technicians
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5-7 years of experience working in a live
TV production environment at a TV news station, media organization, TV
network, or TV studio.
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2+ years effectively managing a team of broadcast
engineers. News experience strongly desired for an understanding of rapid
needs in fast paced 24/7 broadcast Network that is respected for it's broadcast
technology and industry standing.
|
Contact |
Tony Filson
Officer in Charge of Search
Filcro Media Staffing
295 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10017
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The broadcast TV Networks and media
technology companies we represent are equal opportunity employers. We recruit
for Chief Broadcast Engineers and Chief Broadcasting Engineers in the United
States that employ, train, compensate and promote TV Chief Engineering
Executives regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin,
age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status and we comply
with all federal and state laws. Filcro Media Staffing recruits TV Chief
Engineers for broadcast engineering jobs in accordance with all State,
Federal and FCC rules and regulations. Senior broadcast chief engineers
and broadcasting technology executives seeking jobs are encouraged to forward
their resumes for immediate consideration. A representative will
contact chief engineering candidates of interest to arrange interviews.
Thank you. |