NEP Bow Tie: Broadcast Engineer (London)

NEP Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NEP Bow Tie in London is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to join our multi‑skilled operational team. The role is based in central London with occasional travel on a motor racing contract and supports our AV and broadcast services at high‑profile sites.

You will perform first‑line fault finding, operate vision control, set up CTA systems, and assist with video and audio patching. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in broadcast, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure in live

Qualifications

• Three+ years working in a broadcast environment, handling live production tasks.
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with producers, directors and clients.
• Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• First-line fault finding and repair of broadcast/AV equipment to minimise service disruption.
• Vision control operations and use of CTA systems including video/audio matrices and patching.
• Operate streaming, encoding and transcoding equipment as required.
• Rigging and de-rigging of equipment; manual handling involved.
• Interpreting client requests and providing practical technical solutions on site.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers on small-scale projects.

Skills

Under pressure

Excellent communicator

Team player

Willing to learn

Diplomatic approach

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Premiere

Job description

NEP is built on 35 years of trusted experience across broadcast, live events, and virtual studios: anytime, anywhere.

First and foremost, though, we are a people company. Our people are what make NEP UK such an incredible place to work.

Our NEP Values guide and shape how we operate, reflecting what inspires us and who we are as a company today— and who we aspire to be. We rely on every member of our team to live these Values so that, together, we can bring our clients' content to life.

We’re seeking talented individuals who are passionate about bringing content to life. If you’re one of them,

We have many opportunities to offer across a wide range of departments. Check out our current vacancies below to find the right job for you.

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NEP is the industry leader around the world, with regional operations in 25 countries and over 100 locations. Working for us offers a window into broadcast, live events and virtual productions happening in every corner of the globe, with exciting opportunities and career growth.

support the world's biggest events

Be part of a team who support some of the world’s most watched and anticipated shows and events, including:

• Reality TV: Love Island, The Circle, Too Hot to Handle, Traitors
• Special Events: Olympics, Royal Occasions, Athletics, Commonwealth Games

NEP Bow Tie: Broadcast Engineer (London)

Broadcast EngineerPermanent | NEP Bow Tie | London NEP Bow Tie is the premier managed services provider delivering Media Solutions, Broadcast and Audio Visual services and Systems Installations for Parliaments and Government Authorities in the UK. Overview of the role: We are looking for a Broadcast Engineer to join our team of truly multi skilled operational staff. The role is based in central London but there could be opportunity to travel working as part of our operational engineering support team on a motor racing contract. NEP Bow Tie employ a range of welcoming teams who pride themselves in the quality of their service and staff development. This is a key technical role in supporting our AV & Broadcast services at contract and ADHOC sites in central London as well on location, these include the UK Parliament, UK Supreme Court , the GLA and Formula One as well as our other locations as required. Working in a number of small multi skilled teams, the main duties are; first-line maintenance of a range of Broadcast & Audio Visual equipment, fibre cable and distribution equipment, operation of technical equipment including vision control, matrix switching, rigging & operating AV systems, video and audio patching in the Central Technical Areas (CTA), web streaming services (encoders switches etc) and identifying issues and establishing workarounds and technical solutions to problems as they arise. The successful candidate would need to be unflappable under pressure and an enthusiastic team player. They would need to demonstrate tangible enthusiasm for the work and real potential for learning, as well as an aptitude and confident attitude to the operation of equipment in live meeting environments. The hours of work and days on shift are unpredictable, depending on how our client’s business is scheduled and will include weekend working. Should you work more than five days in one week then you will receive a day off ‘in lieu’.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• First-line fault finding and repair of a range of Broadcast and AV equipment minimising loss of service
• Vision control operations – operation of OCP and RCP on broadcast camera channels
• Set up, operation and first line maintenance of CTA systems – video and audio matrices, video and audio patching, vision switchers, audio mixers, routers and keyers etc
• Media Asset Management systems support and operation
• Rigging and de-rigging of broadcast and audio-visual equipment – this can involve manual handling of heavy items
• Operation of remote controlled broadcast cameras
• Dealing with both hardware and software problems in MS Office and Broadcast IT systems
• Setting up and operating streaming, encoding and transcoding equipment
• Work with 3rd party technologies including CDN, and web based video players
• Operating DSLR/audio kit for video recording
• Basic editing using FCP, Adobe Premier etc
• Interpreting and implementing instructions and requests from clients, producers, directors and other colleagues
• Using online ticketing system to raise and track fault resolution
• Working with project managers and engineers on small-scale project work, design, build etc
• Administration when required – answering emails, answering phone calls, taking messages generating client quotes
• Communicating effectively – whether by spoken or written word, telephone or email, good communication skills are vital in this job
• Working effectively as part of a small team
• Maintaining punctuality and a smart appearance at all times; wearing company or client uniforms if required

Skills required:

• Ability to work under pressure in a high profile environment
• Excellent communicator – whether by spoken or written word, telephone or email, good communication skills are vital in this job
• Able to work as part of a team, liaising with others and using initiative when working
• A desire to learn new systems and commitment to deliver a first class service
• A mature and diplomatic approach to our clients

Experience required:

• Ideally should be able to demonstrate three or more years’ experience working in a broadcast environment, with experience racking cameras on live outside sports (i.e. have a good eye for colour balance and light levels) where, cameras, audio and associated vision and sound signal distribution equipment were rigged, operated and maintained on daily basis.
• RCP/OCP operation on HD and 4K camera experience is desirable.