Broadcast Engineer I: Hybrid Studio & Live Production

Christian Tech Jobs; Lynchburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work

Job summary

Liberty University is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to support the integration, operation, and maintenance of broadcast, media, and production technology across studios, venues, and mobile units in Lynchburg, VA. This role reports to engineering leadership and participates in live and recorded productions with a focus on reliability and quality.

The position emphasizes collaboration, adherence to standards, and mentoring of student staff, with a hybrid schedule and the potential for career growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Foundational knowledge of modern broadcast infrastructure and IP-based workflows.
• Familiarity with SMPTE, AES, SBE, IEEE, and ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain broadcast audio, video, and control systems in studio and field environments.
• Support production crews by ensuring systems are functional, stable, and properly configured.
• Assist with installation, configuration, and maintenance of equipment across facilities and mobile units.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic system validation.
• Support signal flow verification and assist in resolving common production issues.
• Serve as Engineer in Charge (EIC) for assigned lower-risk productions under guidance.
• Contribute to documentation and adherence to operational standards.
• Demonstrate strong situational awareness and the ability to work under pressure during live productions.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IP-based workflows

SMPTE/AES/IEEE standards

Education

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

Tools

Drafting CAD

Job description

Liberty University is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to support the integration, operation, and maintenance of broadcast, media, and production technology across studios, venues, and mobile units in Lynchburg, VA. This role reports to engineering leadership and participates in live and recorded productions with a focus on reliability and quality.

The position emphasizes collaboration, adherence to standards, and mentoring of student staff, with a hybrid schedule and the potential for career growth