BROADCAST ENGINEER - RAYCOM SPORTS

Gray Media; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media is seeking a skilled Broadcast Engineer to manage operations and maintenance of mobile production units and equipment. The role involves working on live sports productions and requires extensive travel across the United States.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in broadcast engineering, proficiency in relevant technologies, and strong problem-solving skills. Flexibility in work schedule is a must as the role demands adaptability to various production settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of relevant experience in broadcast engineering.
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Proficient in broadcast production hardware and software.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain mobile broadcast production units.
• Research and recommend new equipment.
• Provide training to junior engineers.
• Manage multiple projects and maintain equipment.

Skills

Broadcast technology understanding

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or 5+ years of experience

Tools

Broadcast production hardware

IT software

Job description

Job Summary

The Broadcast Engineer is responsible for operations and maintenance of Raycom Sports mobile production units, facilities, and equipment.

They primarily work on live remote sports productions, including setup, programming, operation, troubleshooting, repairs, inventory, and packing of broadcast-related equipment and production trucks/trailers. This position is based on the East Coast of the USA and requires travel to event locations.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, operate, repair, and maintain mobile broadcast production units, internal production facilities, and equipment
• Installation, documentation, and evaluation of new and replacement broadcast equipment
• Research and recommend new equipment and technologies to improve the efficiency of production operations
• Provide guidance and training to junior engineers and apprentices
• Administration and coordination of equipment maintenance
• Participate in technology-related projects
• Manage special projects as assigned
• Being a team player with a good work ethic to support coworkers, vendors, and clients
• Client-focused, with a track record of strong relationships and service excellence.
• Excellent people skills; able to communicate with tact, patience, and professionalism.
• Self-starter and strong troubleshooter who can adapt in a fast-paced, live-event setting.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and produce clear, timely reports.
• Current on broadcast technology trends and best operational practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and driven to deliver high-quality results.
• Flexible work schedule including working days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency on-call
• Extensive travel is required both regionally and nationally
• Percent of travel required: 80%.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

1. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university; or 5+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in broadcast engineering and/or remote production engineering experience.

Certifications and Licenses

• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Company‑provided hardware and software, broadcast and production hardware and software. Working knowledge of IT processes, including network security, workflow, and network management.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to live up to the physically demanding activities of this broadcast and engineering position.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. Frequently sit. Must lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Close vision required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.