Broadcast Systems Engineer

Cignal TV, Inc.; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Cignal TV, Inc. is seeking a Broadcast Systems Engineer to ensure operational readiness of OB van, studio, and TOC broadcast systems. You will implement preventive maintenance and integrate designs for studio and remote operations to support live sports and entertainment productions.

Required are 2+ years in OB van and studio systems, strong AV troubleshooting, and ability to work under pressure during high-profile events. Excellent communication with production teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic audio-video troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic internal client requirements.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Willing to go the extra mile for special events.
• Strong communication skills with team members and clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall OB van, studio, and TOC systems setup.
• Set up all video and audio monitoring across required areas.
• Ensure IP-based audio, video, comms, and transmission gear is ready for every coverage.
• Coordinate with director on technical requirements per production plan.
• Integrate additional equipment as needed for broadcasts.

Skills

Audio-Video troubleshooting

Pressure handling

Client-facing communication

Event support

Flexibility

Education

B.S. Electronics and Communications Eng / CS / 4-year technical

2-year vocational or undergraduate with 5 yrs field exp

Job description

Major Function

The Broadcast Systems Engineer is responsible for ensuring the operational readiness of OB van, studio, and TOC broadcast systems, implementing preventive maintenance for technical equipment, and integrating broadcast system designs for studio and remote operations.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall systems setup.

• Setup all video and audio monitoring in all areas that require them.

• Ensure that all audio, video, communication, and transmission equipment (IP) are all in place, working, and properly set up for every coverage.

• Coordinate with the director of all possible requirements during coverage based on the technical requirement, production plan, camera and microphone narrative of the production team.

• Integrate additional equipment if necessary.

Position Qualifications:

• Basic audio-video troubleshooting skills.

• Flexibility to the dynamic requirements of the internal client.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Willing to go the extra mile, especially for special events.

• Good communication skills.

Education:

• B.S. Electronics and Communications Engineering, Computer Science, or any 4-year technical course graduate; or

• 2-year vocational school graduate or college undergraduate with at least 5 years of equivalent experience in the field.

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience as an OB Van Systems Engineer.

• At least 2 years of experience as a Studio Systems Engineer.

• Exposure to sports systems environments, particularly basketball, volleyball, football, and other sporting events.

• Exposure to technical requirements for news and entertainment programs.