Broadcast Engineer - Replay (Part-Time)

Major League Baseball (MLB); New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

A major sports organization is seeking a Part-Time Engineer to support its Replay Operations Center. The role involves documenting equipment status, interacting with team staff, and maintaining detailed technical documentation. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of broadcast technology and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include troubleshooting technical facilities, confirming equipment functionality, and coordinating support across all MLB clubs.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Document equipment status and validate incoming video streams.
• Interact with Clubhouse staff regarding equipment operation.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of broadcast devices.
• 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.
• Confirm daily functionality of Umpire communication equipment and coordinate replacements across all ballparks.
• Coordinate shipping, replacement, and deployment of Replay-related infrastructure, clubhouse equipment, and field-level systems.
• Coordinate camera acquisition and integration with regional sports networks and MLB staff.
• Respond to requests for technical support via telephone and email.

Skills

Broadcast technology knowledge

Effective communication

Video system diagnosis

Understanding of CAD drawings

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
• Interact with Clubhouse staff and MLB team personnel regarding equipment operation, maintenance, and support
• Communicate with other MLB departments to coordinate and fulfill technical requests
• 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
• Confirm daily functionality of Umpire communication equipment and coordinate replacements across all ballparks
• Coordinate shipping, replacement, and deployment of Replay-related infrastructure, clubhouse equipment, and field-level 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