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

• Manage, schedule, train, mentor, team of 10+ broadcast engineers/technicians
• 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
• In-depth knowledge of satellite, OTA, fiber, and IP transmission systems
• Generate engineering schematics, design documentation, and SOP’s for all technical systems
• Consults with Engineering and Senior level management to conceptualize new systems and integrate new technologies/systems into existing operation
• Maintain monthly broadcast calendar, schedules, weekly call sheets, and daily exceptions (sick call etc.), including vacation scheduling, special events, cross-coverage and cross training
• Recruit, hire and train new employees, manage and develop operations and production staff
• Solid understanding of IP networking and advanced computer skills (Windows, Mac)
• Facilitate communication between the technical team, news desk and production staff
• Understanding of IPTV, MATV, and OTT a plus
• Organized project management and communication skills
• Frequently liaison with key executives for diverse and important broadcast technology issues. 

• Strong troubleshooting, working and technical understanding of digital broadcast technology, digital signal types, media formats and compression, sync, time code and signal flow.
• 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. 
• Experience with ENPS or other NRCS systems highly desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of MPEG encoding technology and head-end/NOC distribution required. 
• Familiarity with traditional terrestrial and satellite broadcast technology is helpful.
• Demonstrated experience installing, configuring, and maintaining broadcast automation systems. 
• Advanced knowledge of serial, GPIO, and IP control methodologies.
• In-depth understanding supporting LAN/WAN infrastructure, routing, switching, VLANs, etc
• Ability to analyze and interpret various system logs to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical broadcast issues.  Prior programming experience a plus
• Ability to create, read and follow blueprints and system schematics as well as frequently produce workflow documents, signal flow schematics and Standard Operating Procedures. 
• At least 2 years of extensive experience with MS Visio and/or AutoCAD required.
• Ability to manage people and effectively delegate tasks.
• 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.

• Hands on TV Chief  and or Senior TV Broadcast Engineering experience. This is not a desk job, this is for someone who enjoys real involvment. TV Engineering Project Management (PM) experience greatly respected.
• Managing direct reports of skilled TV Engineers & Transmission Technicians 
• 5-7 years of experience working in a live TV production environment at a TV news station, media organization, TV network, or TV studio.
• 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.

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