Broadcast Engineer

EXPIRED

Job Title

Broadcast Engineer

Agency

Texas A&M University

Job Title

Broadcast Engineer

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Athletic Director

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Home of the 12th Man is the pinnacle in opportunities realized through sport: championships won, diplomas earned, leaders equipped and launched to impact the world. Texas A&M Athletics' mission is to create opportunities through championship athletics. We are proud members of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports.

What we want

The Broadcast Engineer, under direction, performs installation, modification, operation, and repair of electronic communications equipment to in-stadium video as well as live event operations. Provides technical oversight of event coverage. Works with full time staff and college student labor force to facilitate live television for both broadcast and in-stadium presentations. 

What you need to know

Salary: Commensurate based on hire's experience.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Position details: Employee will supervise 15-20 Student Workers. Position will require sports event coverage and television production as assigned requiring frequent nights, weekends, and holidays to fulfill assigned duties. Travel required to cover sport events. Physical requirements for video acquisition of sports events of Texas A&M Athletics include ability to carry equipment, climb ladders, ride lifts, and walk steps to access camera platforms. 

Required Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years full-time experience in the technical operation and maintenance and repair of broadcast equipment, to include live event experience in technical broadcast control room and/or multiple camera operations

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Understanding of IP-based transport of audio/video signals for broadcast television support and communications

• Knowledge of overall technical support to live events broadcast staff regarding operational aspects of routing systems for communications, broadcast camera setups, data-linking television graphics support, and general control room technical operational support

• Oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work in integrated Television Control Room environment managing control room setup and operational status for live television events

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others in fast-paced situations

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience in Broadcast Television environment as Intern, Student worker or staff in regard to technical operational support of live television events for broadcast or in-stadium productions

• Experience working in a broadcast crew scenario collaborating with Television Director and Producer

• 5 years of experience supporting live multicamera events

• Experience in IT operations, network management, and IP based workflows

• Knowledge of SMTPE 2110 standards, Dante and Ravenna protocols, basic network troubleshooting, basic understanding of virtualization technologies SMPTE or SBE certifications, vendor certifications, Cisco certifications

• Strong understanding of IT desktop management, domain management, active directory, DHCP, and other IT workflows

Responsibilities:

• Broadcast Operations - Assists in the live event support operations as Engineer-In-Charge (EIC), which includes support abilities for installation, modification, operation, and repair of electronic communications equipment. Supports broadcast facility operations concerning postproduction, television control room, studio, and live event venue operations as directed by Chief Broadcast Engineer. Trains and supervises student workers and provides input in their evaluation. Provides operational support of in-stadium/venue digital signage and associated electronic components and provides support for live event technical setup and management per operations systems. Works sports event coverage and television production requiring occasional nights, weekends, and holidays. Provides technical oversight of event coverage for production of ESPN broadcasts, live venue big screens, digital signage, and general television production coverage of athletic events. Directs student employees in set up of broadcast TV camera packages for live events. Gives basic troubleshooting and operational instruction and supervision to student employees for event support regarding video operations. Ensures safe practices and best methods when dealing with student employees following University policy for safety. 

• Troubleshoot - Troubleshoots at the component and system level and provides operational assistance in broadcast, IT, and communications systems. Installs, modifies, operates, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic communications equipment in regard to facility operations per postproduction, television control room, studio, and live event venue operations. Performs preventative maintenance and duties associated with equipment inventory and care. 

• Support - Supports digital signage and associated electronic components. Provides support for live event technical setup and management of operational systems. 

• Liaison - Serves as technical liaison between internal television operations and external television network broadcasts. 

• Maintenance - Performs preventative maintenance and inventory of broadcast equipment. 

• Compliance - Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Southeastern Conference and Texas A&M University rules and regulations. This position works to establish and ensure communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised. Compliance is a shared responsibility. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

_ Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application._

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.