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Senior Broadcast Engineer

JR United Kingdom

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Job summary

A fast-growing UK media organisation seeks a Senior Broadcast Engineer to ensure seamless operation of broadcast systems. The role involves resolving technical issues, supporting junior engineers, and collaborating with teams on innovative projects. A strong technical background in broadcast systems and experience in a live environment is essential for this position.

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Broadcast Engineer in a live TV environment.
  • Understanding of broadcast production systems covering video and audio.
  • Hands-on experience with broadcast graphics and NDI workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Lead resolution of technical issues to minimize disruptions.
  • Provide remote and on-site support for broadcast equipment.
  • Mentor junior engineers and conduct maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving
Communication
Collaboration
Technical support

Tools

Broadcast production systems
IP networking
Broadcast graphics systems

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing UK media organisation for a Senior Broadcast Engineer to join their team.

About the Role

As a Senior Broadcast Engineer, you will play a pivotal role ensuring the seamless operation and maintenance of cutting-edge broadcast systems and equipment. You will take ownership of complex technical issues, seeing them through to full resolution, and act as a mentor to junior engineers—sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the response to and resolution of technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to live broadcasts.
  • Provide both remote and on-site technical support for broadcast equipment, including troubleshooting hardware and software in real time.
  • Take ownership of technical incidents and follow through until complete resolution.
  • Mentor and support junior engineers, encouraging professional growth and knowledge sharing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to resolve technical and workflow challenges efficiently.
  • Conduct routine and preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability.
  • Participate in project work and contribute to the introduction of new technologies and initiatives.
  • Maintain thorough documentation of support requests, solutions, and equipment configurations.
  • Be available for on-call support during critical broadcasts or system failures.

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a Broadcast Engineer in a live television environment.
  • Strong understanding of across a range of broadcast production systems and equipment covering video, audio, intercom, cameras, and record/playback systems.
  • Hands-on experience with broadcast graphics systems and NDI workflows is highly desirable.
  • Solid knowledge of IP networking and its application in broadcast environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in time-critical situations and take ownership of issues through to resolution.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and early and late finishes (no overnights).
  • A proactive, can-do attitude and a commitment to high standards of professionalism and integrity.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and you are fully eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship then please apply now for consideration.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom

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