Senior Broadcast Video Engineer — Live Production Leader

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 98,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Broadcast Video Engineer for our Queenstown facility to lead installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of broadcast video systems. You will manage cameras, switchers, routing and transmission equipment in a live production environment.

You will optimize signal integrity, collaborate with producers and engineers, and stay up to date with broadcast standards. A strong background in SDI/IP systems and experience with Grass Valley/Ross gear is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in broadcast video engineering or related field.
• Experience with SDI/HD-SDI/IP-based video systems and video formats.
• Familiar with NTSC, PAL, ATSC formats and color spaces.
• Experience with Grass Valley and Ross switchers; routers and server-based playback.
• Troubleshooting video signal issues and ensuring signal integrity.
• Familiarity with codecs, compression techniques, and transmission technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Desirable degree in Engineering, Broadcast Technology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain broadcast video equipment including cameras, VTRs, switchers and routing systems.
• Monitor video signals for quality and technical compliance.
• Troubleshoot issues related to video playback, transmission and distribution.
• Perform preventive maintenance on video hardware and systems.
• Collaborate with producers, directors and technical staff for smooth workflows.
• Manage signal flow and distribution across the facility.
• Stay current with emerging video technologies and standards.
• Assist planning and implementation of new video systems and upgrades.
• Provide technical support to junior engineers and operators.
• Ensure integrity and quality of all outgoing feeds from Queenstown facility.

Education

Engineering degree

Broadcast Technology degree

Tools

Grass Valley

Ross

SDI, HD-SDI, IP-based video systems

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Broadcast Video Engineer for our Queenstown facility to lead installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of broadcast video systems. You will manage cameras, switchers, routing and transmission equipment in a live production environment.

You will optimize signal integrity, collaborate with producers and engineers, and stay up to date with broadcast standards. A strong background in SDI/IP systems and experience with Grass Valley/Ross gear is essential.