Jobs for TV Chief Broadcast Engineers

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Position	Chief Broadcast Engineer
Locations	New York | Westchester, NY | Connecticut - Area
Compensation	Base Salary $125,000 to $150,000 based on related broadcast engineering experience. Comprehensive benefits and retirement in a productive, healthy and cutting edge work environment. Relocation Offered
Position Information	Summary The Chief Broadcast Engineering will be responsible for daily “hands on” support of the technical infrastructure and team for 24/7/365 live 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 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.
Requirements	Essential Skills 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. Required Experience Hands on Chief Broadcast engineering experience this is not a desk job.  Project Management (PM) experience greatly respected Managing direct reports of Engineers & Transmission Technicians  5-7 years of experience working in a live production environment at a news station, media organization, network, or 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.
Contact	Tony Filson Officer in Charge of Search Filcro Media Staffing 295 Madison Avenue New York, NY  10017 Email and Resume Submission Link
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EEO Policy	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.

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