Broadcast Engineer

Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET); Savoy (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) invites applications for a Broadcast Engineer to deliver high-quality live, hybrid and recorded events across in-house and external venues. You’ll set up, operate and maintain a range of broadcast and AV equipment, ensuring professional delivery for diverse audiences.

You’ll work with clients and partners, troubleshoot issues in fast-paced environments and help push the boundaries of broadcast and streaming technology while embracing hybrid

Qualifications

• Experience in broadcast engineering for live events and hybrid/remote delivery.
• Proficiency with broadcast cameras, vision mixers, audio, lighting, and streaming encoders.
• Strong knowledge of streaming protocols (RTMP, RTSP, SRT, NDI) and IP networking.
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop is advantageous.
• Excellent communication with clients and production partners.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain broadcast and AV equipment for live, hybrid and recorded events.
• Manage audio, video and streaming workflows during live events.
• Collaborate with clients, colleagues and third-party suppliers to ensure delivery.
• Monitor broadcast quality and resolve technical issues quickly.
• Record and manage event footage and ISO recordings; prepare footage for handover.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Live event production

Streaming workflows

Adobe Premiere Pro

Communication

Troubleshooting

Client relations

Tools

Vizrt

NewTek TriCaster

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Skype TX

Job description

• Are you an experienced Broadcast Engineer who thrives in live event environments where attention to detail and reliability are critical?
• Can you confidently operate professional AV and broadcast technology to deliver seamless live, hybrid and recorded events?
• Could you use your technical expertise to ensure every audience enjoys a high-quality viewing experience, whether they're in the room or joining remotely

Permanent / Full Time

Savoy Place with Hybrid Working

At the IET, making our world a better place starts by creating a better place for our people.

At the IET you'll have more than just a job. Our work is exciting and challenging, connecting the people who solve the problems that matter. It means working with us has real meaning and impact, and you'll grow - professionally and personally - in ways you never thought possible.

We're also making significant investments in our people, including providing a modern, vibrant workplace and embracing hybrid working.

What you'll be doing

As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality live, hybrid and recorded events for the IET. You'll be responsible for ensuring the technical quality, reliability and smooth delivery of broadcasts across both in-house and off-site locations.

Working closely with colleagues, clients and third-party suppliers, you'll support events from planning through to delivery. You'll set up, operate and maintain a range of broadcast and AV equipment, ensuring all technical elements work together seamlessly and that clients receive a professional, high-quality service.

You'll manage audio, video and streaming workflows during live events, monitor broadcast quality and quickly resolve any technical issues that arise. Whether supporting a small webinar or a large-scale hybrid conference, you'll help ensure every event runs smoothly and delivers an exceptional audience experience.

A key part of the role is working with a variety of stakeholders. You'll build strong relationships with clients, understanding their requirements and translating them into effective technical solutions. You'll also collaborate with colleagues and external operators to maintain high production standards and ensure successful event delivery.

You'll also contribute to the continuous improvement of IET Video Services by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment, processes and ways of working, helping us stay at the forefront of broadcast and streaming technology.

What we hope you can bring to the role

We're looking for someone with hands-on experience in broadcast engineering, live streaming or live event production who can confidently deliver high-quality broadcasts in fast-paced environments. You'll have experience operating professional AV equipment, including broadcast and robotic cameras, vision mixers, audio systems and streaming platforms, alongside a strong understanding of streaming technologies and protocols.

You'll be technically minded and solutions-focused, with the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively during live events. Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro and Photoshop, would be highly advantageous, as would a keen interest in emerging broadcast and AV technologies.

Just as importantly, you'll be a strong communicator who enjoys working with clients, colleagues and external partners to deliver successful events. You'll bring a proactive approach, a commitment to continuous improvement and the flexibility to travel and work outside normal hours when required to support live productions.

A Little More About The Role

• Operate broadcast and AV equipment, including broadcast and PTZ robotic cameras, audio systems, lighting, vision mixers and streaming solutions.
• Manage and support virtual event platforms such as Zoom, Teams and Skype TX, including setting assigning IP addresses over different networks for video and control.
• Control audio and video feeds, presentation synchronisation and audience interaction elements.
• Monitor live streams and broadcast outputs to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues relating to equipment, connectivity and event operations.
• Deliver the successful setup, testing and operation of live, hybrid and recorded events across in-house and external venues.
• Liaise with clients to understand technical and production requirements before and during events.
• Provide guidance and support to third-party operators and production partners.
• Record and manage event footage, including ISO recordings where required.
• Ensure recorded content is securely backed up and stored.
• Prepare and edit footage for handover to the wider video production team.
• Support the introduction of new technologies, equipment and operational improvements.
• Contribute to maintaining high production standards across all IET Video Services activities.

A Little More About What We're Looking For

• Proven experience within broadcast engineering, live streaming, live events or AV production.
• Strong technical understanding of broadcast, streaming and event production workflows.
• Experience operating professional cameras, vision mixers (Vizrt NewTek TriCaster experience preferred), audio systems, lighting rigs and streaming encoders.
• Good working knowledge of streaming technologies and protocols, including RTMP, WebRTC, SRT, NDI, TCP/IP, HTTP and FTP, as well as networking and assigning IP addresses.
• Experience supporting and managing virtual and hybrid event platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Skype TX.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly in live event environments.
• Knowledge of current and emerging broadcast, AV and streaming technologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues and external suppliers.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to delivering high-quality event experiences.
• Flexibility to travel and work outside standard hours when supporting live events.

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