Electronics Technician - Studio and Production Operations Technician 3

United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM); Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) seeks a skilled broadcast engineering contractor to install, operate, maintain, and repair broadcast electronic equipment across audio, video, transmission, and studio systems.

The role includes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, monitoring of technical systems, and supporting field production with equipment setup. It requires adaptability to evolving technology and coordination with VOA News teams to ensure uninterrupted services.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, and repair broadcast electronic equipment across audio, video, transmission, and studio systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions using electronic testing and measurement tools.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and routine inspections of broadcast equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor technical systems and respond to equipment failures to minimize operational disruptions.
• Assist with the installation, configuration, and testing of new broadcast and production equipment.
• Support studio, control room, transmission, and field production operations by providing technical assistance and equipment setup.
• Maintain wiring, cabling, connectors, and signal distribution systems used in broadcast facilities.
• Perform technical functions related to studio control room operation in the production and broadcast of service programs.
• Work in the field to record and/or transmit live programming, either alone or under direction.
• Stay abreast of the latest/new technology and operate computers.

Job description

Primary Responsibilites: Install, operate, maintain, and repair broadcast electronic equipment, including audio, video, transmission, and studio systems. Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions using electronic testing and measurement tools. Conduct preventive maintenance and routine inspections of broadcast equipment to ensure optimal performance. Monitor technical systems and respond to equipment failures to minimize operational disruptions. Assist with the installation, configuration, and testing of new broadcast and production equipment. Support studio, control room, transmission, and field production operations by providing technical assistance and equipment setup. Maintain wiring, cabling, connectors, and signal distribution systems used in broadcast facilities. Performs technical functions related to studio control room operation in the production and broadcast of service programs, including audio control, video control, operation of studio and robotic cameras, recording and playback equipment, mixers, filters, patch panels, and other equipment Works in the field to record and/or transmit live programming, either alone or under direction. Stays abreast of the latest/new technology Operates computers Completes tasks accurately and independently prior to deadline, in according with editorial and production priorities Functions as effective member of a team May serve as a team leader, assigning work and coaching team members and reporting to management on their performance Other related duties as assignedAbout the AgencyThe United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is an exciting, multi-media, multi-cultural, global media agency that carries out all United States civilian international broadcasting. Our media networks complement and reinforce one another in a shared mission vital to U.S. national interests: to inform, engage, and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy. Our staff of dedicated professionals serve as an example of a free and independent media, bringing news, information, and relevant discussions to a weekly audience of over 278 million people worldwide in over 60 languages via radio, television, Internet, and social media.USAGM networks include the Voice of America and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Radio and TV Marti) and three grantee organizations: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Alhurra TV and Radio Sawa), and Radio Free Asia.This is not an announcement for a federal job. This position is for employment as a personal services contractor with VOA News. All personal service contractors must pass a thorough background check.