Broadcast Engineer

Jacobs Massey Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Massey Ltd in Central London is seeking an experienced Broadcast Engineer to support a professional production environment. This hands-on role covers live video production, streaming, studio operations and technical event delivery.

You will work with camera systems, vision mixing, vMix, Blackmagic gear and lighting, ensuring smooth running of live, recorded and hybrid productions. A strong troubleshooting mindset and client-focused communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in broadcast engineering, video production or live streaming.
• Strong understanding of professional camera systems, vision mixing and video signal management.
• Practical knowledge of vMix or comparable live production platforms.
• Experience with chroma keying, green screen studios or virtual production technologies.
• Familiarity with Blackmagic Design equipment or similar broadcast solutions.
• Understanding of video compression, encoding and streaming protocols.
• Experience operating professional audio equipment and digital mixing consoles.
• Knowledge of lighting setups for studio and live production environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues during live productions.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical production services for live streams, recorded content and virtual events.
• Configure and operate professional cameras, video switching equipment and audio systems.
• Manage video feeds, signal distribution, recording and content playback.
• Support studio-based productions incorporating green screen and virtual environments.
• Operate live production software, including vMix.
• Set up and manage lighting, microphones and audio mixing equipment.
• Oversee video encoding, streaming workflows and media delivery.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues across broadcast and production systems.
• Assist with the planning, preparation and technical delivery of corporate productions.
• Maintain production equipment and ensure systems remain operational.
• Provide additional technical assistance for presentations, meetings and hybrid events.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Video production

Live streaming

Camera systems

Vision mixing

vMix

Green screen / chroma key

Blackmagic equipment

Video encoding

Audio equipment

Lighting

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Tools

vMix

Blackmagic Design

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Broadcast Engineer to support a professional production environment in Central London. This hands-on position combines live video production, streaming technology, studio operations and technical event delivery. You will play an important role in producing high-quality digital content and ensuring the smooth running of live, recorded and hybrid productions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in broadcast technology, excellent technical troubleshooting skills and experience working with professional video and audio production equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical production services for live streams, recorded content and virtual events.
• Configure and operate professional cameras, video switching equipment and audio systems.
• Manage video feeds, signal distribution, recording and content playback.
• Support studio-based productions incorporating green screen and virtual environments.
• Operate live production software, including vMix.
• Set up and manage lighting, microphones and audio mixing equipment.
• Oversee video encoding, streaming workflows and media delivery.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues across broadcast and production systems.
• Assist with the planning, preparation and technical delivery of corporate productions.
• Maintain production equipment and ensure systems remain operational.
• Provide additional technical assistance for presentations, meetings and hybrid events.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in broadcast engineering, video production or live streaming.
• Strong understanding of professional camera systems, vision mixing and video signal management.
• Practical knowledge of vMix or comparable live production platforms.
• Experience with chroma keying, green screen studios or virtual production technologies.
• Familiarity with Blackmagic Design equipment or similar broadcast solutions.
• Understanding of video compression, encoding and streaming protocols.
• Experience operating professional audio equipment and digital mixing consoles.
• Knowledge of lighting setups for studio and live production environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues during live productions.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to AR/XR or immersive production technologies.
• Video editing experience using Adobe Premiere Pro or similar applications.
• Knowledge of AV control systems and video conferencing platforms.
• Experience delivering broadcast services within corporate environments.
• Relevant technical qualifications or professional certifications.

The Opportunity

Join an established technical environment delivering professional video productions, live broadcasts and digital events, with opportunities for ongoing training, development and career progression.