Broadcast IT Engineer II

PARTNERS Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer II in Washington, DC. This role involves maintaining and monitoring corporate and broadcast IT infrastructure, providing support for live event production, and ensuring system continuity. Candidates should have extensive experience in IT support, live events, and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive rate of $45.00 - $50.00 per hour, with requirements for flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supporting computer hardware, network, and PC operating systems.
• 7+ years of multimedia experience inclusive of live events and broadcast production.
• Expertise working with Windows 2016 Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Office 365.
• Experience with online streaming platforms such as YouTube and Twitch.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collaboration, installation, and integration of IT workflows for broadcast.
• On site support for live event staging and broadcasting.
• Perform complex problem-solving and ensure business continuity.
• Monitor, manage, and administer the Office 365/Exchange hybrid email system.
• Provide departmental support during arena events.

Skills

Computer hardware support

Network systems

Windows 2016 Server

Live event production

Advanced problem-solving

Communication skills

Online streaming platforms

Attention to detail

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

Office 365

Job description

The Broadcast IT Engineer II is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and administrating corporate and broadcast IT infrastructure inclusive of business workflow, broadcast workflow, and event productions and technology within the various locations that support our organization.

If you are a go-getter who loves contributing to a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you and share more about our client and opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Collaboration, installation, and integration of IT centric workflows and technologies to support real time broadcast and production.
• On site support for live event staging and broadcasting. Supporting live events and the concepts of live video production techniques is required.
• Perform complex problem solving, backup, archiving, and business continuity to support maximum up time often in a live high-pressure environment.
• Coordinate security on all Active Directory and Office 365 Apps.
• Responsible for monitoring, management, and administration of the Office 365/Exchange hybrid email system.
• Assist and direct Tier 1 resources with solving advanced issues.
• Provide departmental support on a rotating basis with other staff for arena events and provide 24/7 coverage.
• Maintain all documentation, including as-builts, wire lists, cable labeling, and other drawings.
• Complete scheduled change submissions and real time communication of active issues.
• Research and share recommendations for equipment acquisitions, upgrades, or replacements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in supporting computer hardware, network, and PC operating systems.
• 7+ years of multimedia experience inclusive of live events and broadcast production.
• Expertise working with Windows 2016 Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Office 365.
• Demonstrable experience in advanced problem-solving techniques and monitoring.
• High degree of integrity, able to handle sensitive and confidential material.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multifaceted, fast-paced environment.
• Able to initiate own daily assignments, follow through on matters of concern, and use independent discernment to take appropriate actions.
• Solid attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and meet timelines.
• Experience with online streaming platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, and other platforms commonly used for internet-based transmission and distribution.
• Knowledge of Visio/AutoCAD for the purpose of creating and interpreting documentation related to.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Base pay range: $45.00/hr - $50.00/hr