Broadcast Tech Lead: RF/IP for Live Production

Jacobs Massey; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist equipment rental company is seeking a Broadcast Technical Supervisor in the UK to support the design and testing of RF and IP-based systems for live production. This full-time role involves collaboration with engineers and requires strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of broadcast technology. Ideal candidates should have experience in live broadcasts and RF engineering. Benefits include 25 days annual leave and various employee perks.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Employee of the Month Award

Unpaid volunteering days

Regular staff socials

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a live broadcast, RF engineering, or technical broadcast role.
• Hands-on experience with wireless video transmission systems.
• Understanding of IP-based media infrastructure.
• Awareness of colour workflows like Log gamma, LUTs, HDR, and SDR.
• Familiarity with Dante audio networking standards.
• Comfortable troubleshooting complex signal flows.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and setup of RF and IP-based systems.
• Interpret signal flow diagrams and integrate baseband with IP infrastructure.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support for live deployments.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain quality control across workflows.

Skills

Live broadcast experience

RF engineering

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Technical support

IP-based system understanding

Signal flow understanding

Job description

A specialist equipment rental company is seeking a Broadcast Technical Supervisor in the UK to support the design and testing of RF and IP-based systems for live production. This full-time role involves collaboration with engineers and requires strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of broadcast technology. Ideal candidates should have experience in live broadcasts and RF engineering. Benefits include 25 days annual leave and various employee perks.