Head of Live Broadcast Engineering

Churchill Downs Simulcast Productio

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, KY is seeking a Director of Broadcast Engineering to lead all broadcast engineering operations for live racing, television productions, simulcast, and special events. This hands‑on leadership role manages installation, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of broadcast, audio, video, and broadcast IT systems.

You will work with production leadership, operations, and partners to provide technical leadership for live broadcasts, engineering

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; 12 years of relevant broadcast engineering experience may substitute.
10 years of engineering management experience in broadcast or live production.
Experience supporting live television broadcasts, studio productions, and major events.
Sports venue experience preferred; horse racing knowledge helpful.
Experience with QSC, Dante, broadcast IT, fiber optics; related certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead broadcast engineering operations for live racing, TV productions, simulcast, and events.
Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and ongoing system improvements.
Provide technical leadership for live broadcasts and engineering projects.
Manage an engineering team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Collaborate with IT, information security, and partners on standards and audits.