Event Engineer - Media & Advertising

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel worldwide

Professional development opportunities

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited in London is seeking an experienced Event Engineer with a broadcast-focused background to join our events team, supporting live broadcasts worldwide from pre-event prep to on-site setup and testing. You will interpret technical drawings, test equipment, meet clients, monitor services, and produce daily reports. The role requires SDI/UHD, Ethernet, fiber, JPEG2000, and Windows/Office 365 proficiency, plus a full driving license.

Qualifications

• Cable making (coax, Ethernet) required.
• Baseband video expertise (SDI, UHD) essential.
• Fiber optic knowledge required.
• MPEG encoding/decoding skills needed.
• JPEG2000 knowledge advantageous.
• Net Insight product familiarity desirable.
• Windows/Office 365 proficiency required.
• Basic IP networking knowledge needed.
• Network troubleshooting skills essential.
• Broadcast event experience required.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Event Prep: Test and stage event equipment; interpret technical drawings; meet with clients.
• On-Site: Set up and test events; monitor equipment and services; provide on-site customer support; coordinate with partners; create daily reports.

Skills

Cable making

Baseband video

Fiber optic

MPEG encoding/decoding

JPEG2000

Net Insight

Windows/Office 365

IP networking

Network troubleshooting

Broadcast event

Driving license

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Join a leading global sports media and broadcast services business. The organisation specialises in talent representation, brand licensing, and media, connecting world-renowned talent, intellectual property, and brands across international markets. With a diverse portfolio spanning talent management, brand partnerships, and content production, the organisation offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the entertainment and media industry.

The esteemed organisation is seeking a talented Event Engineer with a broadcast-focused background to join the events team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in the company’s development and expansion over the coming years, ensuring the success of live broadcasts worldwide.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Event Prep:

• Test and stage event equipment.
• Interpret technical drawings.
• Meet with clients.

On-Site:

• Set up and test events.
• Monitor equipment and services.
• Provide on-site customer support.
• Coordinate with partners.
• Create daily reports.

Skills/Must Have:

• Cable making (coax, Ethernet).
• Baseband video expertise (SDI, UHD).
• Fiber optic knowledge.
• MPEG encoding/decoding skills.
• JPEG2000 knowledge.
• Net Insight product familiarity (desirable).
• Windows/Office 365 proficiency.
• Basic IP networking.
• Network troubleshooting skills.
• Broadcast event experience.
• Full driving license.

Benefits:

• Be at the forefront of live events, ensuring seamless broadcasts and customer satisfaction.
• Travel worldwide to support high-profile events, gaining invaluable experience in diverse environments.
• Join a forward-thinking company with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Salary:

• £50,000 - £60,000