Broadcast Equipment Manager — Studio & Field Ops

Green Leaf Productions Inc; Town of Bethlehem (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Leaf Productions Inc is seeking an experienced Audio/Video Equipment Manager to oversee day-to-day management, maintenance, preparation, and deployment of equipment for a busy television production studio.

The ideal candidate has hands-on knowledge of professional broadcast gear, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with producers, directors, camera operators, audio engineers, and production crews.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing professional audio/video or broadcast production equipment.
• Hands-on knowledge of broadcast studio equipment and operations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate with multiple teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and coordinate repairs or servicing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the studio's inventory of cameras, lenses, microphones, audio consoles, lighting equipment, tripods, monitors, recorders, cables, wireless systems, and related gear.
• Prepare and stage equipment for television productions, live broadcasts, interviews, shoots, and special projects.
• Inspect, test, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment for reliable operation.
• Maintain inventory records, check-out/in procedures, and maintenance logs.
• Coordinate equipment reservations and scheduling to prevent conflicts.
• Diagnose equipment problems and coordinate repairs, warranties, and vendor support.
• Recommend purchases, replacements, upgrades, and rental equipment based on needs and budget.
• Maintain an organized, secure equipment storage area.
• Train production staff on equipment operation, handling, storage, and safety.
• Support productions on-site when technical expertise is required.
• Track consumables and accessories (batteries, media, cables, adapters).
• Maintain compliance with studio safety procedures and equipment-handling standards.
• Assist with evaluating new production technologies and equipment.

Skills

Equipment management

Broadcast production

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Camera/Lens operation

Inventory software

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Green Leaf Productions Inc is seeking an experienced Audio/Video Equipment Manager to oversee day-to-day management, maintenance, preparation, and deployment of equipment for a busy television production studio.

The ideal candidate has hands-on knowledge of professional broadcast gear, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with producers, directors, camera operators, audio engineers, and production crews.