Broadcast Engineer - Replay (Part-Time)

Major League Baseball (MLB); El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

The Office of the Commissioner seeks a Part-Time Engineer to support the MLB Replay Operations Center, collaborating with all (30) Major League Baseball Clubs. This position involves documenting equipment status, coordinating with departments, and troubleshooting technical facilities.

Ideal candidates possess strong knowledge of broadcast technology and are adaptable to new systems. Pay rate is set at $30.00 per hour, and candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Document equipment status and validate incoming video streams.
• Coordinate with MLB departments for technical requests.
• Communicate with broadcast partners for video transmission details.
• Maintain accurate and thorough technical documentation.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of devices.
• Install, maintain, and support broadcast systems and infrastructure.
• Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting responsibilities.
• Troubleshoot technical facilities including control rooms and equipment.
• Coordinate camera acquisition and integration with networks.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of broadcast and video technology

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to rapidly diagnose video system issues

Understanding of CAD drawings and technical elevations

Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues in infrastructure environments

Effective team player capable of working independently

Adaptable to and learn new technical systems

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays

Tools

Evertz systems

Hawk‑Eye systems

Riedel intercom systems

Cloud‑based production systems

Remote camera operations

Job description

The Office of the Commissioner seeks a Part‑Time Engineer to support the MLB Replay Operations Center and all (30) Major League Baseball Clubs.

Responsibilities

• Document equipment status and validate incoming video streams used for Replay operations.
• Coordinate with other MLB departments to fulfill technical requests.
• Communicate with broadcast partners to obtain and validate video transmission details.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and thorough technical documentation.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of all broadcast and replay devices.
• Install, maintain, and support complex broadcast systems and infrastructure.
• Demonstrate flexibility by adjusting responsibilities as new opportunities and technologies develop.
• Troubleshoot technical facilities, including control rooms, broadcast equipment, and computer systems.
• Coordinate camera acquisition and integration with regional sports networks and MLB staff; respond to requests for technical support via telephone and email.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong working knowledge of broadcast and video technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to rapidly diagnose video system issues and implement alternative solutions when needed.
• Understanding of CAD drawings and technical elevations.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues in infrastructure environments and software applications.
• Effective team player capable of working independently without direct supervision.
• Adaptable to and learn new technical systems and workflows.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Knowledge Of The Following Equipment a Bonus

• Evertz systems.
• Hawk‑Eye systems.
• Riedel intercom systems.
• Cloud‑based production systems.
• Remote camera operations and related broadcast technologies.

Pay Rate

$30.00 per hour.