Engineering Technician
Core
Operate broadcast equipment to manage live studio transmissions, switch programming, and maintain signal quality for local news and live events.
Role type
Engineering Technician (Broadcast Operations)
Builds
Live studio broadcasts, local news programs, and live event coverage
Domain
Broadcast Television / Media Production
Required skills
Live production equipment operation, audio board operation, satellite/microwave/IP feed troubleshooting, signal monitoring, FCC compliance procedures, post-transmission reporting
Preferred skills
Technical Director experience, robotic camera system operation, automation system management, Associate's degree in technical field
Technologies
Production switchers, robotic camera systems, audio consoles, automation systems, satellite receivers, microwave systems, IP-delivered live feeds
Responsibilities
Command production switchers and audio consoles; Switch on-air programming and commercials; Tune in and troubleshoot satellite and microwave systems; Monitor live on-air signals for quality control; Identify and resolve live feed problems; Prepare post-transmission reports
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
