Broadcast Comms Engineer Lead

National Basketball Association; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary performance bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off including vacation and sick time

Job summary

The National Basketball Association is seeking a Broadcast Comms Lead in Secaucus, NJ. This role involves overseeing intercom systems within the Broadcast Support Engineering team, providing technical leadership and ensuring reliable communications during live events. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Communications or Engineering, along with 5-8 years of experience in broadcast environments. Knowledge of IP-based systems and audio technologies is crucial. The position offers a salary between $125,000 - $150,000, with additional benefits including performance bonuses and healthcare programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 5-8 years of technical engineering experience in broadcast environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead configuration, maintenance, and optimization of intercom systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance during live broadcasts.
• Collaborate with broadcast engineers and IT teams for upgrades.

Skills

Deep expertise with intercom and audio systems

Broadcast communications standards and technologies

IP-based broadcast infrastructure

Hands-on experience with RTS, Clear-Com, Riedel

Strong troubleshooting skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Engineering, or related field

5-8 years of technical engineering experience in broadcast or live production

Job description

WORK OPTION: In Office

Group Summary

At the NBA, we’re passionate about growing and celebrating the game of basketball. Through the intensity of the game and the amazing athletic skill of our players, we deliver excitement to hundreds of millions of fans around the world.

As a global sports and media business, the NBA is so much more. While Basketball Operations runs the league’s on‑court activities, other departments maintain relationships with television and digital media partners, develop marketing partnerships with some of the world’s most recognizable companies, oversee the licensing of NBA merchandise, and handle a wide range of responsibilities that drive the NBA’s success.

Off the court, we’re also deeply committed to social responsibility. NBA Cares leads the league’s involvement in addressing meaningful social issues by working with internationally recognized youth‑serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health‑related causes.

Position Summary

The Broadcast Comms Lead will oversee the NBA’s intercom and communications systems within the Broadcast Support Engineering team. This individual will provide technical leadership, hands‑on expertise, and strategic direction to ensure reliable, high‑performance communications across all broadcast operations. The role requires a strong background in intercom/audio systems, deep technical knowledge of IP‑based broadcast workflows, and proven leadership in supporting mission‑critical live production environments.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of intercom and audio systems, including Riedel Artist, Riedel Bolero, RTS, and related platforms.
• Oversee upgrades and ongoing support of broadcast intercom systems (matrix, panels, IP endpoints, wireless, and hybrid solutions).
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance in real time during live broadcasts and events.
• Manage routing and signal flow between production control rooms, studios, remote sites, and live venues.
• Collaborate with broadcast engineers, IT teams, and third‑party vendors to deliver system upgrades, expansions, and lifecycle management.
• Ensure performance and reliability of master control and signal distribution services.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, workflows, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to operators and end users on intercom functionality and best practices.
• Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule, providing emergency response and technical leadership during incidents.

Required Education / Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 5 – 8 years of technical engineering experience in broadcast or live production environments.

Required Skills / Knowledge Attributes

• Deep expertise with intercom and audio systems, particularly Riedel.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast communications standards and technologies (AES67, SMPTE ST 2110, Dante, RVON, PTP).
• Solid understanding of IP‑based broadcast infrastructure (routers, switchers, audio consoles, networking).
• Hands‑on experience with broadcast intercom systems such as RTS, Clear‑Com, or Riedel.
• Experience with RF communications and frequency coordination.
• Strong troubleshooting, vendor management, and lifecycle planning skills.
• Ability to perform in high‑pressure, live production environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to travel and work nights, weekends, and non‑standard hours as needed.

Salary Range:

$125,000 - $150,000

Employees currently are eligible to receive an annual discretionary performance bonus, awarded at the sole discretion of the Company and subject to any terms and conditions set by the Company. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company‑sponsored employee benefit programs: medical; dental; vision; life/AD&D insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; fertility and family‑forming assistance; wellbeing allowance; educational assistance; mental health coaching/therapy; tax‑advantaged accounts such as HSA and healthcare/dependent care FSAs; a 401(k) retirement plan; and time off benefits that include vacation, sick time, and personal days.

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID‑19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.