Senior Broadcast Engineer
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Broadcast Engineer to oversee the technical operations of its Kimberley broadcast facilities and ensure high‑quality audio and video content during live and studio productions.
Requirements include 7+ years in broadcast engineering, strong RF/video/audio/digital transmission knowledge, IT networking proficiency, and experience with broadcast automation and video routing. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in broadcast engineering or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of RF, video, audio, and digital transmission systems.
- Experience with troubleshooting broadcast hardware and software issues.
- Proficiency with broadcast automation systems and video routing.
- Excellent understanding of IT networking principles as they apply to broadcast environments.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to work under pressure during live broadcasts.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast equipment, including cameras, switchers, audio consoles, and transmission systems.
- Monitor broadcast operations to ensure signal integrity, quality, and compliance with technical standards.
- Install and configure new broadcast systems and infrastructure.
- Provide technical support to production teams during live broadcasts and studio operations.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all broadcast equipment.
- Stay current with emerging broadcast technologies and recommend upgrades or improvements.
Skills
Job description
Our client, a leading media broadcaster in Kimberley , is seeking an experienced Senior Broadcast Engineer to oversee the technical operations of their state-of-the-art broadcasting facilities. You will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting a wide range of broadcast equipment, ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality audio and video content. This role requires a deep understanding of broadcast technology, network infrastructure, and signal flow. Join a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in delivering compelling content to audiences across the region, contributing to the reliability and advancement of broadcast systems.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of broadcast equipment, including cameras, switchers, audio consoles, and transmission systems.
- Monitor broadcast operations to ensure signal integrity, quality, and compliance with technical standards.
- Install and configure new broadcast systems and infrastructure.
- Provide technical support to production teams during live broadcasts and studio operations.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all broadcast equipment.
- Stay current with emerging broadcast technologies and recommend upgrades or improvements.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in broadcast engineering or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of RF, video, audio, and digital transmission systems.
- Experience with troubleshooting broadcast hardware and software issues.
- Proficiency with broadcast automation systems and video routing.
- Excellent understanding of IT networking principles as they apply to broadcast environments.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to work under pressure during live broadcasts.
- Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
- Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and certifications.
- Access to advanced broadcast technology and training.
- Be an essential part of the technical infrastructure for a major broadcaster in Kimberley .
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